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Note: In September 2024, the Center for Social Science Innovation replaced the Public Policy Center and its subsidiary unit the Iowa Social Science Research Center.
UI announces new Center for Social Science Innovation
Monday, September 23, 2024
Last week, the Iowa Board of Regents approved a new name and scope for the University of Iowa’s prominent hub for social science research.
Director of the Public Policy Center to lead research project for IPRC, funded by CDC grant
Wednesday, August 21, 2024
The University of Iowa was recently awarded a $4.3 million grant by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to continue its Injury Prevention Research Center (IPRC).
The Public Policy Center welcomes Yi-Fang Lu, postdoctoral research scholar
Monday, August 5, 2024
The Public Policy Center recently welcomed a new member to the team!
Public Policy Center summer programs conclude
Wednesday, July 24, 2024
Last week, the Public Policy Center concluded its 2024 Fellowship for Qualitative Research and Researcher-in-Residence Program.
Bianchi addresses recruiting challenges in experimental research during summer fellowship program
Friday, July 19, 2024
Alison Bianchi, associate professor in the Department of Sociology and Criminology, is investigating the lack of male participation in social science experiments during this summer’s Fellowship for Qualitative Research at the Public Policy Center.
Summer researchers-in-residence address systemic issues affecting vulnerable populations
Thursday, July 11, 2024
Each summer, the Public Policy Center’s Researcher-in-Residence Program fosters a unique environment for faculty and scientific staff to delve deeper into critical topics, providing the dedicated time and resources necessary to propel their work forward.
Summer program participants tackle youth empowerment through the arts
Monday, July 8, 2024
Two faculty members are exploring the intersection of the social sciences and the arts as part of the Summer Fellowship for Qualitative Research hosted by the Public Policy Center.
Public Policy Center staff sharpen skills at national conferences
Thursday, June 20, 2024
Five Public Policy Center staff members recently participated in national conferences, gathering valuable insights on data collection and the evolving landscape of grant proposals and awards.
Grant Writing Residency Program Participants Submit Proposals to Investigate Climate Change, Externalizing Behaviors
Thursday, June 13, 2024
Two participants of the Public Policy Center’s Grant Writing Residency Program(GWRP) recently submitted their innovative grant proposals which pursue issues of climate change communication and the development of externalizing behaviors.
PPC Announces Participants Selected for Summer Research Programs
Wednesday, June 12, 2024
The Public Policy Center selected five participants for its summer research programs.