Multidisciplinary Initiatives

Stanford University is seeking solutions for society's most formidable problems. New research initiatives are breaking down traditional academic boundaries and bringing together collaborative teams of experts to address major societal issues, including human health, environmental sustainability, and international peace and security. Stanford is also educating leaders to prepare them for the complexities they will face as they take up their roles in society.

The following initiatives are at the heart of Stanford's efforts:

• The Initiative on Human Health
• The Initiative on the Environment and Sustainability
• The International Initiative
• The Arts Initiative: Engaging the Arts and Creativity
• The Initiative on Improving K-12 Education