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People with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) are living longer, and with that progress comes a growing need for dementia-informed care. On February 11, 2026 (2:00–3:00 p.m. ET), the National Alzheimer’s and Dementia Resource Center will host a free webinar, Living Longer: The Increasing Need for Dementia Care and Support for People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. The session will explore how dementia presents in people with IDD and what health, aging, and disability professionals need to know to provide effective support. 🔗 Registration required | Free and open to the public:

Congratulations to Blake Wilson on being named a 2026 Queen Elizabeth Prize for Engineering Laureate. His work on the cochlear implant, restoring hearing for more than one million people worldwide, reflects the kind of research impact that endures. We’re proud to see a former RTI colleague recognized for such lasting contributions.

How do markets adapt when policy changes? Our latest study finds menthol sales dropped sharply after California’s flavored tobacco restriction, while alternative products with a similar cooling sensation surged. “Our analysis shows the law was effective in reducing menthol cigarette sales, but the market adapted quickly,” said lead author Morgan Whitney, a public health analyst at RTI. “Stronger enforcement and clearer product definitions may be needed to ensure the law achieves its intended effect.” Learn more ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/ezj-2nxG

From the return of the North Carolina Science Festival to new insights from RTI experts, this issue highlights how science connects to real-world challenges and decisions. In the days ahead, we’ll be sharing new insights on how science, evidence, and real-world application came together to drive impact, and what that signals for the future. #RTIImpact #NCSciFest

Supporting veterans and military families is part of who we are at RTI International. For more than four decades, our teams have worked alongside the U.S. military, using science to help solve real-world challenges and support those who serve, their families, and veterans. That experience shapes how we think about leadership, adaptability, and service beyond the uniform. We carry that perspective forward in many ways, including showing up for conversations that help strengthen pathways for military-connected talent. That’s why we’ll be attending the Unlock the Veteran & MilSpouse Advantage Roadshow, to listen, learn, and continue building understanding across North Carolina. It’s not about a single moment. It’s about showing up, consistently. Learn more about RTI’s Military Research and Solutions: https://lnkd.in/eTEvz5yN #VeteransAtWork #MilitarySpouseCareers #RTIImpact

Most cancer breakthroughs don’t start in hospitals. They start years earlier, often in places you’d never expect. In the 1960s, RTI scientists were asking a different question: What if answers to cancer treatment could come from nature itself? That curiosity helped shape how modern cancer research and therapies are developed today, and it reflects how RTI still works: ✅ long-term science, rigorous evidence, and impact that compounds over time. On #WorldCancerDay, we’re sharing one example of how #RTIImpact is built on science, and why discovery still matters. ➡️ Swipe to explore how RTI’s early research helped shape modern cancer treatment, and why discovery still drives our work today. #WorldCancerDay #BuiltOnScience #CancerResearch #ScienceMatters

RTI International has been named a 2026 Top 10 Military Friendly Spouse®️ Employer, recognizing workplace practices that support military spouses in building meaningful, long-term careers. “We are proud to receive the 2026 Top 10 Military Friendly Spouse Employer recognition,” said  Bucky Fairfax, D. B. A., executive vice president and chief human resources officer. “Military spouses contribute exceptional talent, adaptability, experience and perspective to our organization. We are committed to creating an environment where they feel valued and respected, supported, and able to build meaningful careers and impact, while honoring the important role they play in strengthening military families and our workplace.” Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ekf7kNHK #MilitaryFriendlyEmployer #MilitarySpouseCareers #RTIImpact

We’ve been selected as an awardee of the Missile Defense Agency’s Systems, Hardware, Integration, and Engineering for Lightweight Defense (SHIELD) indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract. The SHIELD IDIQ is designed to accelerate procurement and foster innovation across critical defense domains. “This award reflects our commitment to advancing technologies that support national security needs,” said Ivy E. Estabrooke, Ph.D., a strategic account executive at RTI. “We are focused on rapid procurement and innovation to align with SHIELD’s approach.” Learn more: https://ow.ly/Z5ax50Y60cL

On World NTD Day, we recognize how U.S. investments in fighting neglected tropical diseases strengthen health systems and enhance America’s ability to detect and defend against emerging disease threats everywhere—including the U.S. Learn more about our efforts to support these unprecedented wins in global health: https://lnkd.in/eJDhpMfW #WorldNTDDay #EndNTDs #RTIDifference

At RTI International, we’re proud to present the 16th year of the North Carolina Science Festival, returning this April with the theme Science Matters. NCSciFest connects communities across 100 North Carolina counties with hands-on STEM learning and shows how science plays a role in everyday life. With cumulative participation expected to surpass 4 million, this year marks another milestone in expanding access to science statewide. #NCSciFest #ScienceMatters #RTIImpact https://lnkd.in/etqvY4pk