Archive: Research

America can use other countries to gain a better understanding of neighborhood inequality

One researcher offers new insights into opportunity, comparing Germany and the United States.

Survey reveals inequalities in Houston, including nearly four in ten residents can't afford a $400 emergency expense

While Houston's diversity is helping close racial divides, the class divides are growing increasingly wider.

Black and Hispanic respondents of new survey value education more than their white counterparts

The Kinder Houston Area Survey shows more people believe schools need more money to provide quality education.

Not only is Houston getting more diverse, but residents' households are, too

More Houstonians are bringing diversity into their homes through friendships and romantic relationships, according to a new survey.

More Houston residents long to close the inequality gap, improve schools, have more interethnic relationships and accept immigrants, survey shows

For 38 years, Rice University's Kinder Houston Area Survey has tracked the social changes and political perspectives of Bayou City residents.

HERC report aims to help Texas achieve its 60x30 goal

After following Texas eighth-graders for twelve years after their high school graduation, the Houston Education Research Consortium found that 29 percent of Texas graduates get post-secondary degrees.

Survey aims to help small manufacturers, artists succeed in Houston

Houston's economy is known for oil, gas and energy, but the local economy is built on much more, including small manufacturers.

Kinder Institute seeks to make Houston one of the most-studied cities in America through Urban Data Platform

Session at the Urban Affairs Association conference highlights Kinder Institute’s efforts to encourage scholars to study Houston’s pressing issues.

Kinder Institute reports prompt Houston officials and nonprofits to fund improvements for Gulfton sidewalks

The team effort pairs city, advocates and community leaders to conquer Gulfton's street safety troubles.

In diverse Houston area, suburbs slower to embrace immigration than city core

And the difference appears to be driven entirely by white respondents, according to years of survey data.

Engaging Immigrants in Houston’s Complete Communities Initiatives: A Closer Look at Pedestrian and Biker Safety

Immigration reform is one of the most pressing issues in today’s political environment, resulting in the longest government shutdown the country has seen in modern history.

Research Roundup - Here's What's Been Happening At The Kinder Institute

We hit the ground running in 2019 with new research ranging from arts education to food insecurity to HISD reform.

The Fight Against Food Insecurity Requires Teamwork, Not Competition, New Report Says

A new Kinder Institute report highlights how Houston's nonprofits can work together better in order to efficiently feed the hungry.

Opportunity Zones: Gentrification on Steroids?

A new federal program meant to spur investment in underserved areas could bring positive changes. Or it could hasten gentrification, particularly in Houston.

New Study Underscores Importance of Arts Education

Exposure to arts education was linked to more empathy and engagement, better writing scores and fewer disciplinary problems.