Government & Policy

A new federal rule redefines “harm” to exclude habitat destruction under the Endangered Species Act. Stanford experts in law and biology explain why the change matters and which species have the most to lose.

The new Tech Futures Lab at Stanford’s Hoover Institution aims to help scholars, technologists, and policymakers anticipate and prepare for strategic surprises from AI and other emerging technologies.

Stanford behavioral scientist Madalina Vlasceanu studies the psychology behind climate engagement. Here are four key findings from her research.

More than half a million Americans declare bankruptcy each year. Fabian Nagel analyzed random audits to see how many are telling the truth.

The Hoover Institution’s Bio-Strategies and Leadership Initiative gathered over 350 leaders to discuss the expanding role of biotechnology in health, security, and the economy.

During two recent panels, scholars, industry leaders, and former policymakers explored government’s role in preparing workers and maintaining public trust during AI’s workplace transformation.

The Flourishing Cities Initiative brings together cross-campus faculty and bipartisan politicians to develop research-backed strategies that help newcomers and longtime residents thrive together.

New research shows how companies have circumvented international sanctions by engaging in complex corporate maneuvers.

A new analysis finds that AI companies now average just 40 out of 100 on transparency, marking a significant decline from last year.

At a Hoover Institution lecture, Federal Reserve Chair Powell joined Condoleezza Rice and other scholars to discuss Shultz’s long career in public service and lessons for future leaders.