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Two new RAND studies examine cannabis use, spending, enforcement, and policy options in Indiana, one of the few states where cannabis remains fully illegal, even for medical purposes.
This report presents educational information and insights for those who are evaluating Indiana's cannabis policies or considering potential alternatives.
Jan 31, 2025
This report describes short-term credentials in Indiana. Findings show substantial growth in credit-bearing certificates earned, many certificate-earners stacking additional credentials, and a 20-percent average earnings gain ($4,700 per year).
Apr 17, 2024
This report presents an assessment of the ability of government agencies and the private sector to collectively respond to Great Lakes oil spill scenarios relating to Area Contingency Plans while characterizing capabilities and gaps.
Sep 21, 2021
Moving Forward takes a novel approach to developing affordable, energy-efficient housing and transportation. The authors recommend ways to strengthen the program and increase the likelihood of achieving and verifying outcomes as the program matures.
Sep 7, 2017
The prices that large employers pay for hospital care in Indiana are high relative to national norms and are increasing over time relative to the prices that Medicare pays for the same services.
This report reveals the prices paid to hospitals in Indiana from 2013 through 2016 by large, self-funded employer-sponsored health plans.
Mar 22, 2017
This report examines the literature related to the relationship between state APRN SOP regulations and health care delivery, and it estimates the effect on the state of Indiana if the legislature were to define a full SOP for APRNs.
Aug 24, 2009
Presents the results of a two-year study that analyzes the extent to which patient safety practices are being adopted by U.S. health care providers, and assesses trends in patient safety outcomes.
Expert Insights
Feb 15, 2008
Different educational approaches in China and India have been successful in stimulating economic growth; the successes and challenges of both education systems offer valuable lessons for China, India, and the rest of the developing world.
在产业急剧转型和社会快速变革的过程中，中国和印度在教育方面的处境和所面临的挑战十分相似。然而，由于政策、战略以及历史环境的不同，两国教育体制的构建思路截然不同。中国和印度在各自教育体制建设中的成就以及所面临的挑战，为中印两国和全世界其他发展中国家提供了宝贵的经验启示。
