Often, when scientists do research around a specific societal challenge, they hope their work will help solve that larger problem. Yet translating findings into long-lasting, community-driven ...

The Hechinger Report interviews Russell Rumberger, director of the California Dropout Research Project, about the California high school dropout rate.

"It was inspiring to see communities coming together to find solutions." Researcher develops revolutionary technology to combat dirty drinking water: 'The real solution is to stop the problem ...

One or two or 10 studies won't solve our most complex societal challenges. Big problems require collaborations beyond academia. Orbon Alija/E+ via Getty Images ...