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RAND CEO Jason Matheny Gives a Masterclass on Risk and Organizational Design
Nov 9, 2023
Former top tech + national security advisor Jason Matheny, now CEO of RAND, discusses topics like organizational design, existential risks around AI and bio, government's capacity for implementing technology strategy, and the lessons national security professionals can learn from art and architecture.
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- Rand fosters a productive research environment by combining intellectual curiosity with practical relevance.
- Analyzing institutional design is crucial to create a world-shaping institution like Rand.
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Importance of Research as a Source of Practical Ideas
Researchers at Rand have the freedom to explore practical problems relevant to U.S. policymakers while also pursuing basic research. This combination of intellectual curiosity and practical relevance attracts smart and motivated individuals. The emphasis on self-determination and entrepreneurship within Rand further fosters a productive research environment.
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