Join us in Chambers Hall today at noon for a talk by Sera Young and Juliana Feng on "Democratizing Water Security for All: Policy Lessons at the Intersection of Global Health and Synthetic Biology." http://spr.ly/6045S1zuz
Institute for Policy Research at Northwestern University
Research Services
Evanston, IL 1,429 followers
Conducting research to improve lives since 1968.
About us
The Institute for Policy Research (IPR) is an interdisciplinary public policy research institute founded in 1968 at Northwestern University. Our mission is to support rigorous social science research on significant public policy issues and to disseminate the findings widely—to students, scholars, policymakers, and the public. We conduct research to improve people's lives.
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http://www.ipr.northwestern.edu/
External link for Institute for Policy Research at Northwestern University
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- Research Services
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Evanston, IL
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- Educational
- Founded
- 1968
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2040 Sheridan Rd.
Evanston, IL 60208, US
Employees at Institute for Policy Research at Northwestern University
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Voter suppression remains a major issue this election cycle, continuing a troubling historical trend. IPR political scientist Tabitha Bonilla spoke with CBS Chicago about the problem and urged voters to reach out to election officials for accurate information. http://spr.ly/6047q7B7z
Northwestern University professor discusses voter suppression ahead of 2024 election
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Coming off a historic election, IPR experts will break down the biggest threats to U.S. democracy. Join social psychologist Eli Finkel, political scientist Chloe Thurston, and communications and policy scholar Erik Nisbet as they discuss pressing issues from political polarization to misinformation.Political scientist Laurel Harbridge-Yong will moderate. RSVP now: http://spr.ly/6044qN5WI
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Wage theft is still a problem in the U.S., even with tougher laws in place. A new working paper by IPR political scientist Daniel Galvin and his colleagues shows that there are gaps between what the laws say and how state labor departments enforce them. http://spr.ly/6041qINcd
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Exposure to lead is still a problem for many across the U.S., and it’s especially damaging to children’s health. In a new study, Northwestern University scholars and community partners explain how at-home biosensor tests can help people quickly and easily check for lead in their water. #ILPPW2024 https://lnkd.in/g3pEaznp
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How is interdisciplinary research driving policies to address water insecurity worldwide? Join Northwestern University faculty Andrew V. Papachristos, Sera Young, Julius Lucks, and Ted Sargent for a panel discussion hosted by the Northwestern Alumni Association. They will explore how their research is shaping policies and practices related to water access, quality, and sustainability—from local efforts at Northwestern to global initiatives at the United Nations. 📅 Oct. 29 | 5:30-8 PM 📍 Simpson Querrey Biomedical Research Center | Chicago, IL 🔗 Register by Oct. 25: http://spr.ly/6041qYvaH
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After the pandemic, some universities adopted COVID-19 impact statements for fairer tenure evaluations, particularly for mothers. A study by IPR associate Lauren Rivera, IPR sociologist Kate Weisshaar, and András Tilcsik of the University of Toronto shows these statements led to more positive tenure evaluations. http://spr.ly/6047qjzoR
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As the 2024 election approaches, explore IPR faculty’s work on elections and democracy. Learn more about our faculty's research on how voters think, how candidates appeal to voters, and the impact of online political discussions: http://spr.ly/6044qkwTj
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How much money is enough to live on? In a working paper, IPR social psychologist Michael Kraus and his colleagues explore what people think is a living wage and how income shapes their estimates and influences their support for policies. http://spr.ly/6044qXsRr
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As the Southeast recovers from Hurricanes Helene and Milton, misinformation about the federal response poses a significant threat. Psychologist and IPR associate David Rapp spoke to The New Republic about how these rumors spread online and what can be done to combat public misconceptions. http://spr.ly/6045qrZ8Z