American Institutes for Research

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Established in 1946, AIR is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization that conducts behavioral and social science research and delivers technical assistance both domestically and internationally in the areas of education, health, and the workforce.

A person smiles and stands indoors near a sign promoting the NCSL 2026 event. The sign reads, "NCSL 2026 is almost here. Meet us @ Booth 4743!". The logo for AIR is visible in the corner.
This image features a promotional graphic for "Early Childhood Education Programs: Understanding Costs and Making Informed Policy Decisions" by AIR. It includes screenshots of online resources discussing early childhood education cost studies and best practices, set against a blue and orange background. The AIR logo is visible at the top and bottom.
A cityscape view featuring a river with bridges and surrounding skyscrapers. Overlaid text reads, "Get evidence-based guidance at NCSL," and a blue circle with text says, "Meet us @ Booth 4743!" The bottom right corner displays the AIR logo.
A group of individuals wearing protective gear, including goggles and earmuffs, are gathered around a table. One person is writing in a notebook while others attentively observe. A drill is placed on the table. They appear to be engaged in a collaborative activity or learning session.
A person wearing a hat gathers hay in a field. A donkey stands in the background, and there are trees and hills under a clear sky.
The image features a logo for the 2026 National Forum on Education Policy. It includes the phrase "States Learning, States Leading" above the year "2026" with an icon of books and people, surrounded by a circular border.
A festive graphic with "Happy 4th of July" in bold, decorative letters. The background features colorful fireworks in red, white, and blue. The logo "AIR" is at the bottom, along with the website "AIR.ORG.
A person typing on a laptop sits at a long table with others in a well-lit room. The background shows a screen displaying computer code.
Two people are joyfully embracing outdoors on a sunny day. Both are smiling widely, one has natural hair styled in puffs, and the other has short, teal-colored hair. They are standing in front of a blurred street background with trees and a building.
Infographic titled "What exactly is the Workforce Pell Grant Program?" It explains that Workforce Pell is an expansion of the federal Pell Grant, providing financial aid for short-term, career-focused training programs. It aims to make practical skills training more affordable and accessible. The graphic features icons of a money bag with a graduation cap and crossed tools. The AIR logo is at the bottom.
Partnership announcement with the ACCE Foundation and AIR. The text highlights a collaboration in evidence generation and psychology with an image of Christina Yancey, Vice President of Employment and Economic Opportunity at AIR, in the bottom corner. Logos for AIR and AIR.org are at the bottom.
A healthcare professional listens to a person's heartbeat using a stethoscope. The image promotes AIR Health News, featuring topics on healthcare affordability, a new sunscreen ingredient, pregnant women and alcohol. The date shown is June 2026. AIR logo is present.
A person wearing blue scrubs and a badge is holding a tablet and looking outside. The image is for "AIR News" from the American Institutes for Research, dated June 2026. The AIR logo is at the bottom.
A promotional graphic with text highlighting the economic power of people with disabilities. It states that in 2024, working-age adults with disabilities held $674 billion in disposable income. It emphasizes the need for businesses to understand this market. The graphic includes a portrait of Kathleen Murphy, labeled as AIR Managing Researcher. AIR's logo and website (AIR.org) are visible.
A cityscape of Austin, Texas, with skyscrapers and a river in the foreground. Text overlay announces: "AIR Education Experts Head to Austin for the National Conference on Student Assessment, June 22–24, 2026 | Austin, TX." The AIR logo is at the bottom.
Students are seated at desks using laptops and tablets in a classroom. The image features digital connection lines overlaying the scene, symbolizing a networked learning environment.
A person sitting at a table in an office setting is smiling and shaking hands with another individual. Two others are seated nearby. The atmosphere appears professional and cordial.
The image is a cover of "AIR Health News" for June 2026. It shows two people reviewing documents together. The headline mentions topics such as fraud, waste, and abuse in Medicare Advantage, Medicaid enrollment and eligibility, and more. The logo of AIR is present at the bottom.
A person walking along a rural road carries a bundle of sticks on their head. They are wearing a patterned shirt and a red headscarf. The background features green vegetation and a tree under a clear blue sky.
Several youth are gathered around a table, actively engaging in constructing small robotic devices together. The table is scattered with various electronic components and tools. The environment appears lively and educational.
The image is a cover page for "AIR Health News" featuring a cityscape of Seattle, including the Space Needle and Mount Rainier in the background. Text on the image mentions topics like surgeon shortages and CMS payment notice. It announces an AIR staff presentation at AcademyHealth 2026 Annual Research Meeting, dated May 2026.
The image is an infographic titled "Workforce Pell Timeline: When Funds Will Be Available and How the Program Will Be Implemented," by AIR. It includes a timeline divided into three sections: Summer 2026, Fall 2026, and Winter 2026+. - **Summer 2026**: Describes the early effectiveness of Workforce Pell laws, optional state determination of program eligibility, certification of programs eligible for Pell dollars, and state financial aid system alignment. - **Fall 2026**: Mentions student enrollment in eligible programs, dispersal of first Workforce Pell awards, and integration with state financial aid systems. - **Winter 2026+**: Details ED and state refinement of policies, possible program expansion, and assistance for states in expanding eligible programs.
A group of young individuals is collaborating on a robotics project with wire and motor components. The left side of the image displays a blue panel with text: "Building Community to Advance STEM Education Research and Translation." Logos for NSF and the Center for STEM Education Research & Translation are also shown.
This image is a cover page for "AIR News." It features a digital network with glowing nodes and the text "The Latest News and Information from the American Institutes for Research®." There is a circular label reading "May 2026." The AIR logo and website are at the bottom.
Image with a dark blue grid background featuring large text: "What Would Change?" Below, smaller text reads: "If pre-apprenticeship had the same clarity and infrastructure as Registered Apprenticeship?" Logos for AIR and britebound are at the bottom left, with "AIR.ORG" at the bottom right.
Scenic view of Seattle with the Space Needle and Mount Rainier in the background. Text on the image promotes the American Institutes for Research presenting at the AcademyHealth Annual Research Meeting from May 30 to June 2, in Seattle, WA.
Cover of AIR Health News for May 2026. A healthcare professional holds a tablet displaying an ultrasound image. In the foreground, a person holds their pregnant belly. Text mentions topics such as maternal deaths and Medicare coverage of weight loss drugs.
Aerial view of a large industrial facility with two cooling towers emitting steam. The complex includes several large buildings and a tall smokestack. The site is illuminated with lights and surrounded by greenery.
Four people are sitting on grassy ground near a small body of water, examining and discussing papers. One person is partially covering their face with papers. The scene suggests a group outdoor study or project discussion.
Two women sit at a table. One is holding and showing a blue folder to the other, who is leaning slightly forward. They appear to be having a discussion.
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Webinar announcement titled "Teaching Fractions with Confidence: Strategies and Tools from the Teaching Fractions Toolkit" scheduled for Tuesday, May 12, 2026, from 2:00–3:00 PM EST / 1:00–2:00 PM CST. The image shows various colorful fraction tools, including fraction circles and bars, placed around an open notebook.
A person is focused on a laptop, wearing glasses and a collared shirt. The top text reads, "Education Researcher Community: We Want Your Input!" Below, it says, "Help shape the future of responsible AI use in education research. Share your input on initial guiding principles by May 8, 2026.” The AIR logo and website, AIR.org, are at the bottom.
A group of people smiling and holding hands in a well-lit indoor space. They appear to be enjoying each other's company.
Two people are sitting at a table with a laptop and documents. One individual is pointing at the paperwork while the other holds a cup. The setting appears to be a cozy home environment with natural light from large windows in the background.
Cover of "AIR News" from April 2026 by the American Institutes for Research. The image features an interior scene with a bed covered in patterned blue and white bedding under a suspended mosquito net. A view of greenery is visible through large windows.
A webinar announcement titled "Teaching Fractions with Confidence: Strategies and Tools from the Teaching Fractions Toolkit." The image includes colorful fraction manipulatives like pie charts and Cuisenaire rods on a lined paper background. The webinar is scheduled for Tuesday, May 12, 2026, from 2:00-3:00 PM EST / 1:00-2:00 PM CST.
This image is a promotional poster for new reports on the evaluation of networks for school improvement. It highlights that strong networks and effective conditions can enhance educational outcomes. The poster mentions AIR, RAND, and Mathematica as evaluators of the Networks for School Improvement (NSI) initiative, funded by the Gates Foundation. The logos of AIR, Mathematica, and RAND are displayed at the bottom.
The image is a promotional banner for "Afterschool Professionals Appreciation Week" in 2026, taking place April 20-24. It features two individuals engaged in an activity with a child. The banner includes a heart graphic and the hashtag #HeartOfAfterschool. The National AfterSchool Association logo is displayed at the bottom.
Two individuals in safety helmets and vests are on a construction site, reviewing plans on a tablet and a laptop. Equipment and pipes are visible in the background.
Image of the AIR Health News cover. A person in a white coat with a stethoscope looks at a tablet. The text highlights topics like Medicare Advantage payments, U.S. birth rate, prior authorization, and more. "RFI Submissions Due April 24" and "APRIL 2026" are noted. AIR logo and website are at the bottom.
Arielle Lentz smiling and holding a framed certificate at an American Educational Research Association event.
Two individuals wearing safety gear are walking between rows of solar panels on a large rooftop.
A promotional image titled "Where Can AI Strengthen Health?" with a call for submissions due by April 24. It features six icons with labels: Research and Evidence, Care Delivery and Operations, Public Health and Population Health, Access and Community Impact, Responsible AI and Governance, and Emerging Tech Horizons. The logo for AIR.org is at the bottom.
A group of students is seated in a semicircle in a classroom, attentively listening to a person standing and speaking. Desks are arranged in a U-shape. The room is brightly lit and the atmosphere appears engaged and focused.
**Alt text**: A conference announcement for the "ASUGSV Summit" happening on Wednesday, April 15 in San Diego, CA. It features a main stage panel titled "Recruit, Retain, and Engage with Agentic AI" from 11:00 to 11:40 a.m. The speaker is identified as an "AIR Expert," named Christina Yancey. The image includes the AIR logo and website, AIR.org.
This image is a cover of "AIR Health News" for April 2026. It features a person in a white coat looking at a tablet. The text highlights topics such as AIR's call for healthcare innovation ideas using artificial intelligence and new gene therapy treatments. The AIR logo is present at the bottom.
Computer Science teacher Rosina Mukarram works with a student in her classroom at Carver Military Academy. 
A person sleeping in a bed with a colorful blanket is covered by a white mosquito net. A scenic view of hills and greenery can be seen through the open window.
A conference flyer titled "Understanding Student Enrollment in Advanced Courses: The Implementation of Washington's Academic Acceleration Policy." Presented by Megan Austin and Preeya Mbekeani. Event date: Wednesday, April 8, 7:45 AM – 9:15 AM. Hosted by AIR.
Two teachers engaged in conversation at an orange table, one holding a smartphone. The setting appears to be a modern office or conference area with bright lighting. The person facing towards the viewer is wearing glasses and a patterned yellow shirt, while the other has long dark hair tied back.
Poster for the CIES 2026 Annual Conference in San Francisco, featuring the Golden Gate Bridge. Includes text about AIR experts presenting at the event, scheduled for March 28 to April 1. The AIR logo and website are visible at the bottom.
A male doctor in a white lab coat with a stethoscope and glasses uses a tablet in a bright, modern medical office.
A waiting area with several people seated, looking at electronic devices or resting. A window shows an outdoor view. The image promotes "AIR Health News" with topics on healthcare affordability and organ donation guidelines. A green circle on the right displays the date "March 2026." The bottom corners feature the AIR logo and website.
The image is a cover of a publication titled "AIR News" from the American Institutes for Research. The cover includes three separate photos of individuals smiling. The text highlights "The AI Century Study" with a focus on "Studying the Long-Term Effects of AI on Humans." There is a circle indicating the publication date as March 2026. The AIR logo and website, air.org, are at the bottom.