Knowledgebase: June 2012
INSIGHTS & IDEAS
Solar Power's Bright Future
A conversation with Stefan Reichelstein on the economics of solar power.
Grassroots Justice
Paralegals can be critical in countries that are short on courts and lawyers. Vivek Maru is bringing them there.
How Technology Can Improve Health Care
Abbott’s John Capek discusses health care device regulation, transparency, and the critical relationship between physicians and their patients.
“The Most Surprising Place in the World”
Condoleezza Rice discusses political power in Russia, social stability in China, the “essence of democracy,” and “the most surprising place in the world.”
Reducing the Waste
A conversation on health care innovation with former Senate majority leader and surgeon Bill Frist.
A Fresh Look at Renewable Power
Jeffrey Ball, at the Steyer-Taylor Center for Energy Policy and Finance, says it’s time for the world’s approach to renewables to “grow up.”
The Road to Healthier Habits
Research shows that bolstering people’s sense of wellbeing can motivate them to slim down or exercise more.
Managing the Risk
A Stanford research team proposes changes to credit default swaps to lower the risks of sovereign default.
VIDEO
A New Approach
Former British Prime Minister Tony Blair discusses the importance of partnerships in working with African nations.
"The Age of People's Empowerment"
President of Turkey Abdullah Gül discusses democracy, reform, and innovation at the Stanford GSB, followed by a Q&A with Condoleezza Rice.
"That Used To Be Us."
Author and New York Times columnist Thomas Friedman discusses his new book, which offers solutions to preserve American power in the world.
EXECUTIVE EDUCATION
July 29 - August 3
Executive Program in Leadership: The Effective Use of Power
Explores the sources and uses of power in organizations and teaches methods for developing influence through collaboration.
July 29 - August 3
Advanced Leadership Program for Asian-American Executives
This unique program addresses the apparent gap in effective executive training for high-achieving Asian executives.
August 19 – 29
Strategic Marketing Management
Examines the core elements of marketing strategy and provides a road map for integrating these elements into the strategic goals of an organization.