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James A. Baker III Institute for Public Policy

Since its founding in 1993, the James A. Baker III Institute for Public Policy has established itself as one of the leading nonpartisan public policy think tanks in the country.

As an integral part of Rice University, one of the nation's most distinguished institutions of higher education, the Baker Institute has a strong track record of achievement based on the work of Rice University faculty and the institute's endowed fellows and scholars. They do important research on domestic and foreign policy issues with the goal of bridging the gap between the theory and practice of public policy. The institute also collaborates with experts from academia, government, the media, business, and nongovernmental and private organizations. It then provides the results of research programs and studies with specific recommendations to those involved in the formulation and execution of public policy.

Located in Houston, Texas-the nation's fourth largest city, the energy capital of the world, and the dynamic international business and cultural center-the Baker Institute brings a unique perspective to some of the most public policy challenges of our time. In conjunction with its more than 20 programs-including research, speaking series, events and special projects - the institute attracts many domestic and foreign leaders who provide their views and insights on key issues. The institute's state-of-the-art telecommunications capabilities provide our speakers with a broad and diverse national and international audience.

The institute is located on the Rice University campus in James A. Baker III Hall, home not only to the Baker Institute, but also to the School of Social Sciences. The Honorable James A. Baker III, the 61st secretary of state and 67th secretary of the treasury, serves as the institute's honorary chair.

The Baker Institute's founding director, the Honorable Edward P. Djerejian, is a career diplomat who has served as former U.S. ambassador to Israel and Syria and as assistant secretary of state for Near Eastern affairs.

Visit the Baker Institute Web site for more information about the institute's research projects and published policy reports.

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