USC Rossier research finds that students’ housing instability often goes unnoticed by schools until it disrupts learning, and argues for earlier, cross-sector school-housing partnerships and upstream housing policies to better support families before displacement harms student outcomes.

The quality of a low-carbohydrate or low-fat diet may matter more than the amount of carbohydrates or fat consumed when it comes to reducing heart disease risk, according to a new study published in JACC, the flagship journal of the American College of Cardiology. Researchers found that versions of both diet patterns emphasizing macronutrients from healthy foods were associated with a lower risk of coronary heart disease (CHD), while versions high in refined carbohydrates and animal products were linked to higher risk and adverse metabolic profiles

Gradually increasing the price of fossil fuels is considered a key element of effective climate policy – and yet it remains the subject of bitter controversy. In a new book, experts from the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK) explain this concept and correct false perceptions. The publication (in German) is aimed at professionals and laypeople who want to gain a thorough understanding of the topic. It is available in print from Springer Gabler and can be downloaded free of charge as a PDF and e-book.

In 2016, Poland introduced a nationwide policy eliminating all out-of-pocket costs for prescription drugs prescribed by healthcare professionals to individuals aged 75 and older. A new study published in Health Economics finds that the policy reduced average out-of-pocket medication spending by 23% and cut catastrophic drug expenses by 62%, indicating substantial financial protection during major health shocks.

A new study sheds light on how farmer-led collaboration can help create the conditions to address biodiversity loss in agricultural landscapes.