Barons is the story of eight titans of the food industry, their rise to power, and the consequences for workers, eaters, and democracy itself. Barons paints a stark portrait of corporate consolidation, but it also shows that a fair, healthy, and prosperous food industry is possible—if we take back power from the barons who have…
Relationships with artificial intelligence (AI) agents such as companion chatbots are on the rise. Concerns that these relationships may harm or replace real human relationships have been raised, but whether and how these social consequences occur remains unclear. Prior research suggests that people’s states of social need and…
Danny Cullenward is an economist and lawyer focused on the scientific integrity of climate policy. He is a Senior Fellow with the Kleinman Center for Energy Policy at the University of Pennsylvania, a member of the Independent Standards Board of the Greenhouse Gas Protocol, and the vice chair of California’s carbon market…
The algorithmic recommender systems that select, filter, and personalize experiences across online platforms and services play a significant role in shaping user experiences online. These systems largely determine what users see, read, and watch, fueling debates around their potential to amplify harmful content, foster societal…
Prof. Jing Meng is a Professor at the Bartlett School of Sustainable Construction, University College London and a fellow of Cambridge Centre for Environment, Energy and Natural Resource Governance. Her research focuses on technology innovation, climate change policies, and co-mitigation of climate change and air pollution.
The Program on Science and Global Security, part of Princeton University’s School of Public and International Affairs, is holding the Bruce Blair Memorial Lecture 2025 on October 9, 2025.The Lecture “Nuclear Weapons in the Age of Artificial Intelligence: Five Principles for Minimizing Catastrophic Risks” will be given by Dr…
The U.S. and China remain the world’s two largest economies, tied together by trade, technology, and investment. Yet the relationship is increasingly shaped by competition, security concerns, and talk of economic “decoupling.” This panel will explore what’s at stake as the two countries navigate this uncertain period. More…
