Research

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.

Education Scholar on National List of Most Influential

The Kinder Institute's own Ruth N. López Turley named among the most influential education scholars in the country.

Excerpt: Can A Market-Oriented City Also Be Inclusive?

In a new chapter, Kinder Institute Director Bill Fulton considers Houston's opportunities and challenges when it comes to creating a truly inclusive city.

Mitigating Gentrification: How Several Sun Belt Cities Are Responding

With a new report shedding light on the stages of gentrification affecting various neighborhoods across Harris County, how are communities and cities responding?

With Rising Disaster Costs Comes Increasing Inequality

New research builds on the work of two sociologists documenting the connection between disasters and inequality.

Households with People with Disabilities Experience More Residential Disadvantage

New study and data provide insight into compounding challenges in Harris County and across the country.

Getting More People to Use Transit in the Houston Area

A new report identifies areas where transit ridership underperforms expectations and points to a range of potential changes and considerations.

Kinder Institute's Community Data Dashboard Adds More Indicators

Learn more about the tool at a free workshop Thursday, Nov. 1.