Institute for Policy Research at Northwestern
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The Institute for Policy Research is a nonpartisan, interdisciplinary social science research institute at Northwestern. We conduct research to improve lives.
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A working paper by Northwestern Political Science's Laurel Harbridge-Yong examines how primary voters perceive electability, revealing that Democrats see moderate candidates as electable, while Republicans focus on fundraising success. #WorkingPaperWednesday spr.ly/6010mjQar
"If we think our water is unsafe, we will avoid using it." 🚰 More than half of adults surveyed expect to be harmed by their water, a new study from Sera L. Young found. Distrust in water quality also harms people's health and well-being. spr.ly/6019mdRmZ
This summer, SURA student Mollie Guba is working with Northwestern Law's Max Schanzenbach and Kimberly Yuracko to examine the protections and limitations that private universities impose on student speech. Read more about her experience: spr.ly/6010m9H8u
We are excited to share the agenda for the IAS Seminar Series in the fall of 2024 and welcome everyone to join! Among the speakers: Michele Lamont Julia Brennecke Andrew Papachristos Omar Lizardo Coren Apicella Yian Yin Emilio Zagheni Minsu Park
In an op-ed in Crain's Chicago Business, Northwestern Medill dean Charles Whitaker writes that the field of journalism needs to adapt to rising disinformation and future news professionals need both content skills and business savvy to ensure industry sustainability. spr.ly/6015miM0S
This summer, SURA student Jasmine Sun is working with Terri J. Sabol, Diane Schanzenbach, and EC*REACH to understand the impact of Chicago’s Universal Pre-K program on children, families, and caregivers. Read more about her experience: spr.ly/6012miOkA
The 2018 Kavanaugh hearings turned Eli Finkel’s interest in politics from a hobby into a research focus. Using his expertise in relationship science, he’s explored how the deep partisan divide between Republicans and Democrats mirrors a "toxic marriage." spr.ly/6014miOww
I am thrilled to share National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) ASPIRE trial results JAMA Pediatrics. Bottom line: An EHR strategy + clinic support resulted in 49% reach of an evidence-based secure firearm storage program in pediatrics (compared to 22% in EHR strategy alone; 2% in usual care). jamanetwork.com/journals/jamap…
Only 2% of pediatricians discuss secure firearm storage with parents, even though it takes less than a minute. A study by Rinad Beidas, PhD and colleagues shows that with a “nudge” and extra support, doctors are more likely to have these critical conversations. spr.ly/6011WEzw7
Is the pursuit of the American Dream doing more harm than good? Research by Northwestern SESP's Mesmin Destin shows that privileged parents who believe in upward mobility are more likely to hoard resources and support policies that harm lower-income families. spr.ly/6017WyhIN
In an op-ed in Crain's Chicago Business, Northwestern Medill dean Charles Whitaker writes that the field of journalism needs to adapt to rising disinformation and future news professionals need both content skills and business savvy to ensure industry sustainability. spr.ly/6010WKzdk
This summer, SURA student Mollie Guba is working with Northwestern Law's Max Schanzenbach and Kimberly Yuracko to examine the protections and limitations that private universities impose on student speech. Read more about her experience: spr.ly/6013WubRJ