HIV/AIDs rates in the Latino community are going up, not down
SNF Agora Institute fellow Scott Warren explains how we can continue to build trust in election processes
Political systems that exclude certain groups can fuel tensions and lead to violent mobilization, expert says
Conflicts and crises in Ukraine, the Middle East, and beyond fuel uncertainty and could create political and economic disruptions with global ramifications, experts say
The two technologists worked with statesman Henry Kissinger on his final book prior to his death last year
The Women’s Leadership Summit brought women and allies together and featured a keynote by President Vjosa Osmani of Kosovo
Political economist David A. Steinberg explains how rising costs dampened enthusiasm for Kamala Harris and played a key role in Donald Trump’s victory
A new degree program in moral and political economy aims to give students the foundational skills and knowledge needed to think broadly about multifaceted problems
Recent advancements in malaria vaccines offer hope for reducing cases in endemic communities
The program supports event programs, research, and teaching anchored at the university’s Washington, D.C., building
The CNN host compares our current moment to previous transformative ages
Clinicians and researchers are putting the technology to use to improve training, identify at-risk individuals, and potentially save lives
Department of Energy official urges governments to set policies that encourage private investment in renewable energy and other climate-change-related projects
As election day nears, U.S. adversaries—including Russia, China, and Iran—ramp up efforts to exert influence by spreading false narratives and sowing discord
A new hub for arts, culture, policy, and more marks one year in the heart of the nation’s capital
Johns Hopkins aerospace engineer Jaafar El-Awady explains why flying vehicles are far from replacing ground transportation
The center has hosted leading thinkers on a wide range of topics, from foreign policy and democracy to artificial intelligence and environmental science
Howell, a scholar of issues related to separation of powers, political institutions, democratic reform, and the U.S. presidency, will join JHU from the University of Chicago beginning Jan. 1
Series will convene prominent artists and policymakers to reflect on art, academia, and public policy in Washington, D.C.
Practitioners and scholars take stock of the impact of the executive action and consider what’s next for this transformative technology
Large quantities of plastic are ending up in our oceans—and in our food supply, experts caution
U.S. Sens. Dan Sullivan and Sheldon Whitehouse discuss how they found common ground on laws designed to reduce ocean pollution
A program launched at a predominately white evangelical megachurch in Cincinnati encourages participants to overcome prejudice and work toward unity in their church and their community
Radosław Sikorski argued transatlantic partnership remains critical to combatting Putin’s hostility—and sending a message to other authoritarian regimes
Vincent Guilamo-Ramos, executive director of the Institute for Policy Solutions, spoke at the ¡Adelante! Summit, which focused on ending HIV inequities in the Latino community
Regulations and state licensure requirements make it difficult for physicians to treat out-of-state patients
Finding areas of agreement will help feed innovation and establish health equity, they say
Caleb Alexander, an expert on prescription drugs, discusses what he’s monitoring following recent Medicare drug pricing negotiations
Daniel Kritenbrink, U.S. assistant secretary of state for East Asian and Pacific Affairs, discusses the future of the region
Lower trust leads to less preventative care, new Johns Hopkins research shows
Joe Walsh and Fred Guttenberg discuss the need for bipartisan conversation as part of their Two Dads Defending Democracy tour
Julie Lundquist, a national leader in research into wind energy and atmospheric dynamics, discusses how the grid stands to benefit from renewable energy
Overdose deaths have nearly doubled in Black, Hispanic, and American Indian/Alaska Native communities in the past few years
Good Company Doughnuts and Cafe, expected to open by the end of 2024, will bring a new dining option to Pennsylvania Avenue
The institute was founded by the Commerce Department in 2023; its director, Elizabeth Kelly, lays its mission
Understanding the potential—and pitfalls—of artificial intelligence is crucial for journalists today
The school’s master’s programs are ranked second globally in survey of international relations scholars, policymakers, and think tank staffers
The Irene and Richard Frary Gallery, which opens in October, will feature free exhibitions exploring the intersection of arts and democracy
Series features Anne Applebaum and Peter Pomerantsev, both senior fellows at the university’s SNF Agora Institute
October grand opening of Irene and Richard Frary Gallery at Hopkins Bloomberg Center to feature several works on public view for first time in U.S.
SNF Agora Institute publishes first of four polls designed to better understand growing divide between Republicans who do not accept 2020 election results and those who do
Johns Hopkins hosts pioneering panel on democracy and shared heritage featuring heads of Smithsonian, Library of Congress, and National Archives
Johns Hopkins experts recently briefed policymakers about the potential of artificial intelligence to advance everything from national security to medicine
As one of the largest sources of funding for developing countries, the World Bank has leverage to help prevent and respond to gender-based violence
Author and philanthropist says he sees parallels between the U.S.-China relationship today and the U.S.-Russia relationship during the Cold War
Biostatistician Brian Caffo explains why Johns Hopkins is hosting a briefing to help congressional staff learn more about artificial intelligence and its many applications
At the latest Health Policy Forum, CDC Director Mandy Cohen discusses how data can help solve problems ranging from opioid overdoses to gun violence
Jacquelyn Campbell, a renowned expert in intimate partner violence, discusses the risks firearms pose to abused women and her landmark research that underpins a recent Supreme Court decision
While gun violence has increased in our country, there are effective solutions that can create real change in our communities, experts say
The U.S. is facing a growing loneliness epidemic. Here’s how we might begin to address it.
Danish astronaut Andreas Mogensen shares experiences from his recent seven-month stay on International Space Station
Leaders from across sectors gathered to discuss how AI can be used to solve industry challenges and ways to combat its potential risks to meet future goals
Congressional leaders weigh in on lessons from the changing nature of war
Murati, the chief technology officer at ChatGPT’s parent company, shares what she wants the public to know about AI, its risks, and its potential
U.S. Sen. Ben Cardin, U.S. Rep. Kweisi Mfume among attendees at June 11 Capitol Hill reception
From combatting disinformation with facts to educating voters on deepfakes, Georgia, Arizona officials confident in secure November elections
Journalist Kara Swisher questions Murati about the potential dark side of the rapidly evolving tech
Jessica Chen Weiss, Jeremy Wallace will join a new SAIS institute designed to foster deeper understanding and informed policymaking on the evolving role of China in the world
OpenAI’s Mira Murati and the secretaries of state from Arizona and Georgia weigh in on challenges, opportunities, and threats posed by emerging technology
Experts gather to discuss solutions to the critical health disparities faced by Black mothers and babies across the country
Many high schools in the U.S. aren’t designed for the 21st century. Redesigning them for the future starts with a coalition of teachers, administrators, community members and—importantly—students.
The technology holds vast potential to empower communities nationwide—if it’s deployed properly
AI has the potential to transform everything from health care to elections. SNF Agora’s Scott Warren considers how it’s affecting this election cycle.
Experts say collaboration between all nations—both big and small—is absolutely essential
President William Ruto discusses the steps his nation is taking, including major investments in renewable energy
Johns Hopkins oncologists and experts describe their efforts to better prevent, detect, and treat cancer
Johns Hopkins hosts its inaugural Science Diplomacy Summit to highlight the important work of those who build transnational ties around issues in science
Hopkins Bloomberg Center event kicks off Hopkins’ yearlong partnership with Vox Media to convene top minds working at the intersection of tech, science, and public policy
Nexus Awards Program supports diverse range of programming, research, and teaching at the Hopkins Bloomberg Center at 555 Pennsylvania Ave.
Reinforcing education as a human right globally is more important than ever, according to U.N. Special Rapporteur Farida Shaheed
Ten years after the passage of the landmark Digital Accountability and Transparency (DATA) Act, experts, policymakers, and federal leaders reflect on how data helps inform decisions
With geopolitical tensions rising around the globe, Germany reaffirms commitment to transatlantic security and international order
Freedom House has recorded more than 850 direct, physical incidents of transnational repression committed in 91 countries around the world in the past decade
The Wall Street Journal reporter has been jailed in Russia for more than a year, accused of espionage
The more than 520 journalists jailed worldwide include a small number of foreign correspondents held by nations of which they are not citizens
After decades of building trust, the two countries are forming a formidable alliance to uphold and strengthen an international order based on the rule of law
Student delegates tackled a range of topics of global interest, including cybersecurity, conservation, and space exploration
With $61 billion heading to Ukraine, SAIS expert Hal Brands, editor of ‘War in Ukraine,’ discusses the current state of the conflict
Renee Wegrzyn, director of the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health, and Kimberley Steele, ARPA-H program manager, join Medicine Dean Theodore DeWeese for a conversation on April 30
Artificial intelligence has the potential to revolutionize the medical field, but questions about regulation remain
The U.S. health care system is one of the nation’s largest contributors of waste, but there are ways to mitigate its footprint and improve global health
Mohammed Shia’ Al Sudani calls for a new era of bilateral relations between the two nations based on mutual benefit and mutual respect
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency imposes first-ever regulations limiting chemicals known as PFAS, or forever chemicals, in drinking water
Authors Katie Rogers and Anita McBride discuss the changing nature of the job, from Eleanor Roosevelt to Jill Biden
Visit showcases the school’s vision and approaches for the future, centering on health, well-being, and preventive care
By finding common ground in science, nations with otherwise strained relationships can build ties and establish friendships, says Nobel laureate and science diplomat Peter Agre
Guyana President Mohamed Irfaan Ali joins environmental experts to discuss threats to this indispensable natural resource
New policies are making it easier for incarcerated individuals to access treatment for substance use disorder, which could potentially save thousands of lives each year
U.S.-China ties should be viewed as the relationship between two societies, not just two states, says author and SAIS professor emeritus David M. Lampton
Using technology powered by artificial intelligence, scientists are able to visualize biological processes and gain valuable insights into potential treatments for a range of diseases and disorders
Operations management expert Tinglong Dai discusses the impact of the collapse for consumers, suppliers, and the economy
Johns Hopkins cybersecurity expert Anton Dahbura explains the proposed regulation and the threats the app could pose to Americans
Alumna biographer Diana Parsell discovers Eliza Scidmore, the forgotten heroine behind Washington’s celebrated cherry trees
United Nations Development Programme report on military coups in Africa details precipitating factors and gauges public opinion across eight countries.
New Hopkins Semester D.C. program allows undergrads to pursue internships while living in the nation’s capital
Ilan Goldfajn, president of the Inter-American Development Bank, discusses the potential for Latin America to lead on clean energy, food insecurity, and conservation
For Russian President Vladimir Putin, a seemingly iron-fisted grip on power comes at a cost, says author and expert Timothy Frye
Ten teams across 18 states receive share of $150M investment in strategically important industries, including semiconductors, regenerative medicine, and energy storage
Hopkins Nursing policy expert Vincent Guilamo-Ramos makes the case for a nurse-led approach to health care that focuses on prevention and equity
Being dominated by one group or ideology is the hallmark of an unhealthy online space, Hopkins experts say
International and domestic experts lay out steps the U.S. can take now to better prepare its workforce for the coming transformation
Lawmakers discuss regulatory approaches to the rapidly evolving technology, the threat of AI to the stock market, and questions surrounding privacy and copyright
SAIS scholars share insights on the state of the current conflict and what’s at stake as support for Ukraine’s cause wavers in the U.S. and elsewhere around the globe
AI researcher and engineer explains how he’s using AI tools and why we need AI regulation
The ruling that frozen embryos are children could set the stage for a national fetal personhood law, but restricting IVF is generally unpopular, Hopkins bioethicist Ruth Faden says
“We’re going to be stronger if we’re standing together,” U.S. Rep. Ami Bera says, noting such relationships are critical at a time of global disruptions
Dramatic readings from Henrik Ibsen’s 1882 play ‘An Enemy of the People’ will pair with guided discussions during two performances in D.C. this week
A new book, “How Sanctions Work: Iran and the Impact of Economic Warfare,” explores the impact of sanctions through Iran to examine if the foreign policy tool meets intended objectives
Alex Chalk warns that rising authoritarianism around the globe is causing geopolitical instability and threatens to undermine the rule of law
If passed, a new tax package would convey the most significant benefits to low-income families, Hopkins economist Robert Moffitt explains
A ceremony to install Renaud Dehousse as rector and vice dean of SAIS Europe took place in Bologna, Italy
The USAID administrator urges public and private investment to better prepare the planet for climate change
During an address at the Hopkins Bloomberg Center, the USAID administrator said the world is moving far too slowly to address changes in our climate and discussed how we can all be part of the solution
The Black Sea holds tremendous strategic importance amid the war between Russia and Ukraine and also promises economic opportunity for surrounding nations
Psychologist Kay Redfield Jamison, composer Michael Hersch, and soprano Ah Young Hong team up for a powerful musical exploration of mental illness and healing
Tensions were already heightened between mainland China and Taiwan before the polls opened on Jan. 13. With the results in, what’s the next chapter in this complex story?
Missed doctor appointments, school tardiness, air pollution—Hopkins expert Megan Latshaw unpacks a new CDC report
The U.N. summit’s climate pact is a step in the right direction, but much more is needed, Hopkins expert Benjamin Link says
Support available for research, teaching, or programming that makes use of the Hopkins Bloomberg Center in Washington, D.C.
Navi Pillay, former UN high commissioner for human rights, discusses the legacy of the historic document
Inaugural survey by Johns Hopkins 21st Century Cities Initiative benchmarks sentiments and experiences across Baltimore
Rep. Maxine Waters says funds must be redirected to minority-led organizations in order to best address significant health disparities
Cybele Bjorklund returns as executive director of the Hopkins Bloomberg Center, vice president for federal strategy; Camille Johnston named vice president for communications
Emerging technologies are rapidly changing our world, presenting both challenges and opportunities
With the nation’s suburbs transforming rapidly, suburban schools are increasingly facing many of the same challenges as their urban counterparts
Johns Hopkins created the Henry A. Kissinger Center for Global Affairs in 2016 to promote the study and practice of historically informed statecraft and strategy
Experts deliberated the pros and cons of race-based affirmative action in a debate open to the public hosted by Johns Hopkins University’s SNF Agora Institute
JHU Congressional Briefing panelists explain how the controlled substances could transform mental health treatment
In his first public remarks, Gen. Charles Q. Brown Jr. calls on government, industry, and academia to innovate and collaborate to solve the pressing challenges facing the nation and world
Melinda Buntin, Bloomberg Distinguished Professor of Health Policy and Economics, will lead a newly established Center for Health Systems and Policy Modeling
‘We were wrong’: Illinois Democrat says U.S. must shed outdated assumptions, look inward
Civic opportunity decreases as poverty levels increase, according to researchers at Johns Hopkins University’s SNF Agora Institute
Increasingly the promise and prosperity of a better future seem out of reach for the majority of Americans, particularly those without a college degree, journalist and author says in conversation about his new book
Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger and other Republican leaders lay out what needs to happen before the 2024 election
For the first time in over 50 years, the panda enclosure at the National Zoo will be empty. What does that mean for U.S.-China relations?
Stevenson educates members of Congress about the issues affecting current and future nurses
Principles released with new Gallup poll that shows wide partisan gaps in electoral confidence
Experts from around the globe express concern for the future of U.S. electoral processes
Structural engineer Ben Schafer says that despite recent cancellation of two major projects, the future remains bright for offshore wind energy
Dissidents living in the U.S. share their stories to raise awareness about how the fight for freedom around the world begins here
The search committee will be chaired by Provost Ray Jayawardhana
Johns Hopkins cybersecurity expert Anton Dahbura discusses the sweeping order meant to harness the potential—and anticipate the risks—of artificial intelligence
Series starts with book events featuring ‘New York Times’ author and columnist David Leonhardt, SAIS expert Eliot Cohen
The agency is communicating with more urgency, even as it gathers information, and working to develop reliable tests more quickly
Kelly Roskam of the Center for Gun Violence Solutions discusses a major firearms case before the Supreme Court
The author of “We Should All Be Feminists” offers advice on achieving equality during inaugural Women’s International Leadership Summit
More than 200 works of public art at Hopkins locations in Baltimore and Washington, D.C., can now be viewed via the Bloomberg Connects app
Frayed health care and an overwhelmed global humanitarian system imperil the health of civilians in Gaza, cautions Hopkins expert Paul Spiegel
Check out the sights and sounds of a memorable Oct. 19 dedication celebration in Washington, D.C.
Hundreds gather to celebrate and explore the new Hopkins Bloomberg Center in Washington, D.C., a modern and awe-inspiring space dedicated to ‘connecting people, ideas, and disciplines’
Elected officials and other city leaders have an opportunity to revitalize their downtowns and invest in their communities
Nearly 600 mayors and urban and civic leaders from around the world take part in 10th annual CityLab conference in Washington, D.C.
Human rights expert Len Rubenstein explains how laws governing war apply to health and human rights in the evolving Israel-Gaza conflict
Johns Hopkins scholars offer perspective and analysis of the breaking events occurring in the Middle East
Economist Laurence Ball discusses the Fed’s next move and whether it can achieve the sought-after ‘soft landing’
The university’s 10th academic division, based in Washington, D.C., will build on JHU’s longstanding leadership in research and discovery to develop solutions to contemporary policy challenges
Grand opening celebration for the Hopkins Bloomberg Center located at 555 Pennsylvania Ave. is scheduled for Oct. 19
Johns Hopkins assistant professor Mary Fox discusses the critical role these agencies play—and why they should be integrated in preparedness plans
As a newly designated ‘health disparity population,’ people with disabilities will be included in more research related to health inequities
Tracing the journey of Johns Hopkins’ piece of the Berlin Wall from Germany to its new home at the Hopkins Bloomberg Center
Secretary of state was the inaugural speaker in the main auditorium at the new Hopkins Bloomberg Center in Washington, D.C.
Secretary of State, in address at the Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies, says we are living in a new diplomatic age
Inaugural cohort of midcareer public service professionals from 10 countries complete leadership development program
Vincent Guilamo-Ramos previously served as dean of the Duke University School of Nursing
SNF Agora’s new, interdisciplinary minor in civic life prepares students to become change agents, as they bridge differences and find common ground
As much as half of the nation’s wetlands were recently removed from federal regulations that protected them from pollution, JHU expert Ciaran Harman says
Medicare beneficiaries will get transparent drug prices for the first time in history, explains Johns Hopkins expert Mariana Socal
Monopolies of homebuilders are contributing to a housing crunch in the U.S., preventing millions of residents from buying a home, says Johns Hopkins economist Luis Quintero
Dehousse, an expert in European law and politics who has served as president of the European University Institute since 2016, will assume new role in January
At JHU’s annual Democracy Day, new students learn about the importance of—and threats to—modern democracies
As the relationship between the U.S. and China grows more complex and strained, Southeast Asia is increasingly seen as a potential bulwark against China’s rising power
Jacqueline Hackett, who earned a MPH from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, serves as deputy chief of staff for the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy
SAIS associate professor will advise Biden administration on industrial strategy, including the development of green industries crucial for addressing climate challenges
A wide range of policymakers are beginning to support the medical use of psychedelic drugs, which have shown promise in helping veterans struggling with PTSD, among other uses. Johns Hopkins researchers are working to understand why and how psychedelics can be used to treat mental illness.
New data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention proves what parents, caregivers, and teachers have known for a while: the nation’s adolescents are struggling. Hopkins adolescent health expert Tamar Mendelson has found promise in a school-based solution.
Though TikTok users consider the app harmless fun, a growing number of cybersecurity experts and elected officials aren’t so sure, noting that TikTok’s parent company, the Beijing-based ByteDance, has been accused of working with the Chinese government to censor content and could also collect sensitive data on users.
CEO of AAAS says better science communication is key to dismantling distrust among some legislators and the general public in the ninth installment of JHU’s Health Policy Forum series
JHU Congressional Briefing panelists explain how policymakers can improve support and drive progress in research and care
The ruling has the potential to reduce barriers and increase equity in access to contraception—if it is affordable, says Johns Hopkins expert Carolyn Sufrin
Randy Erwin, who earned a dual degree from Johns Hopkins, has led the National Federation of Federal Employees for nearly two decades
Experimental psychologist Ryan Vandrey discusses the science and safety of recreational cannabis on the heels of legalization in Maryland
Four from Hopkins participate in discussions highlighting the importance and value of embracing inclusive practices to drive scientific progress, discovery
A passion for policy emerged during emergency room stints in medical school and later during her residency at Johns Hopkins Hospital
Hopkins scholars discuss the harmful effects of smoke from the Canadian wildfires and how residents can protect themselves and prepare for next time
Hopkins on the Hill event highlights myriad projects across the enterprise that received funding from government agencies
President of Ukraine speaks stirringly about the indispensable ideals of freedom, self-determination, and democracy, and his nation’s fight to defend those ideals in the face of foreign aggression
Former Johns Hopkins Hospital resident Anand Parekh has carved out a successful career in public service and currently serves as chief medical advisor at the Bipartisan Policy Center
New Mexico governor urges students to lean into public health policy to ‘create a sea change for the country’
Laura Friedel, who earned a master’s degree in international relations and government affairs from JHU, spent more than two decades in key congressional staff roles
Burns, a 2021 Hopkins graduate, joined the congressional staff of U.S. Rep. Dutch Ruppersberger one month after the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol
From Alexa to a robot running amok in the movie ‘M3GAN’, artificial intelligence is part of everyday life and is capturing our imagination. Johns Hopkins AI expert Rama Chellappa helps us sort out fact from fiction, and whether we should embrace the ‘AI spring’.
Syed, a 2007 Johns Hopkins University graduate, serves as CEO of the award-winning news outlet The Markup, which applies data-intensive investigative journalism to one of Washington’s biggest policy concerns
Atul Grover, who earned a PhD from the Bloomberg School in 2004, serves as executive director of the Association of American Medical Colleges’ Research and Action Institute
Xavier Becerra champions health care workers who pursue their mission with energy and spirt in seventh installment of the JHU’s Health Policy Forum series
Clinical psychologist Tamar Mendelson warns that the United States faces a gathering storm in the form of a teen mental health crisis.
Mfume, a Baltimore native who received a master’s degree from JHU in 1984, returned to Congress in 2020 to represent Maryland 7th District
Scholars from the SNF Agora Institute at Johns Hopkins convened to discuss the influence of factors such as ‘Dobbs,’ the war in Ukraine, and the specter of the 2024 presidential race on this year’s midterm elections
Johns Hopkins nursing expert Rita D’Aoust and her longtime research colleague Alicia Gill Rossiter are working to change how veterans and their families receive health care in the United States
Extreme risk protection orders, also called red flag laws, are a way to temporarily restrict access to firearms during high risk situations. Here’s how they work.
The former Health and Human Services secretary joined the Johns Hopkins Health Policy Forum for a discussion of her decades of leadership in health care policy
Gawande encouraged the next generation of public health scholars to take on science skepticism in fifth installment of the university’s Health Policy Forum series
Bert Vogelstein and Ken Kinzler continue their decadeslong search for cancer’s elusive cure
Francis Gavin, an expert in foreign policy, statecraft, and nuclear proliferation, discusses this delicate stage of Russia’s conflict in Ukraine
Chiquita Brooks-LaSure spoke Friday as part of the university’s Health Policy Forum series
Health Policy Forum guest speaker Robert Davis emphasized the need to use every tool at our disposal in the fight against COVID-19
Two Johns Hopkins researchers race to bring a drug to market that holds promise for millions afflicted with the devastating cognitive disorder
School of Medicine alum Rochelle Walensky, director of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, returns to JHU for a conversation with Dean Paul Rothman
Bloomberg School’s Ellen MacKenzie spoke with the nation’s top infectious diseases expert in the first installment of the university’s Health Policy Forum series
Johns Hopkins University experts can provide the perspective and analysis that reporters need to cover the news and policymakers need to forge legislation. If you can’t find an expert in this guide, please contact the university’s Office of Media Relations at [email protected] or 443-997-9009.
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