Violent crime in America has fallen dramatically since the 1990s. On a recent episode of Iowa Public Radio's River to River, Mark Berg, professor of sociology and criminology and director of the Center for Social Science Innovation, and Jason Robey, assistant professor of sociology and criminology and CSSI researcher affiliate, talk about theories behind the great crime decline.

A national survey of 1,000 U.S. adults found that artificial intelligence (AI) use is widespread, particularly among adults under 50 and those with a four-year or postgraduate degree. The survey also found that 12% of AI users turn to the technology for companionship or conversation and that these AI companionship users are more likely than other AI users to believe chatbots can rival some abilities of human therapists. The survey was conducted as part of CSSI's SurveyHarvest.

Artificial intelligence is increasingly being used by social service agencies to handle cases involving child abuse, intimate partner violence, and elder abuse. But a CLAS researcher and former social worker says the agencies need to establish safeguards to ensure that AI technology does not lead to bias against vulnerable or disadvantaged populations.

Jason Robey, assistant professor in the Department of Sociology and Criminology and CSSI researcher affiliate, researches what has driven major changes in the criminal justice system and how those lessons could help shape its future.

Jason Robey, assistant professor in the Department of Sociology and Criminology and CSSI researcher affiliate, had his recent research featured in the article "Surprise: Racial Crime Disparities Have Narrowed a Lot" in the Wall Street Journal.

Sylvia Mikucki-Enyart, associate professor in the Department of Communication Studies and CSSI researcher affiliate, researches how families communicate through life's expected and unexpected traditions.

The launch of the University of Iowa’s “APPstinence Club” is sparking conversations about technology, well-being, and social connection. Jonathan Platt, assistant professor in the College of Public Health and CSSI researcher affiliate, weighed in on the role social media plays in students’ lives and the value of occasionally unplugging.

Caroline Tolbert is recognized with the Frank J. Goodnow Award for her sustained service to the profession of political science. The award is presented annually by the American Political Science Association.

Ece Demir-Lira, CSSI researcher affiliate, studies how children's brains and environments work together to shape learning. Read the story from CLAS.

Isaac Petersen, CLAS researcher and CSSI researcher affiliate, draws on his experience as a preschool teacher to better understand behavior issues and improve early prevention efforts. Read the story from CLAS.

A new federally funded research initiative will explore how therapeutic group singing can improve communication, well-being, and quality of life for people living with Parkinson’s disease. Read the story from CLAS.

Artificial Intelligence is not just for work. In the The Academic Minute, Kenneth G. Brown, CSSI researcher affiliate, says AI is becoming a go-to technology for home use as well as the office. Listen to the podcast episode.