This report presents examples of Rand's current research in the information sciences and illustrates the application of information science tools to specific policy studies. The projects discussed depict Rand's success with using corporate seed money to bridge the gap between the research and development of new information science tools and techniques, and the application of those tools to current policy analysis issues. Some of the Rand corporation's major past accomplishments in this area are cited. Examples of Rand's current research agenda include: (1) an interactive algebra tutor; (2) an expert system designed to assist claims adjustors in asbestos litigation; (3) a database management system applied to a network of emergency communication stations; and (4) strategic and tactical war gaming applications. Ideas for future research dealing with new challenges in the information sciences are presented, e.g., new database structures and the integration of artificial intelligence techniques with both databases and user-computer interfaces. (CGD)