Institute for Policy & Social Research

IPSR is a faculty-driven research center supporting social scientists who focus on social problems and policy-relevant questions. IPSR fosters independent researchers and collaborative teams within our network of faculty affiliates and interdisciplinary research centers.

"We Don't Know What We've Got 'Til It's Gone" – Standards for Taking Democracy Seriously

Inaugural lecture for School of Public Affairs & Administration Edwin O. Stene Distinguished Professor and Director of the Center for Democratic Governance Christopher Koliba

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Visit the IPSR Data Library

Visit the IPSR Data Library for resources like the Kansas Statistical Abstract, the Kansas Regional Data Portal, the Kansas Economic Policy Conference, and more.

IPSR Data Library

Funding Opportunity: Implementation Science for Equity Center

The Implementation Science for Equity Center (ISEC), a NIH supported Center of Biomedical Research Excellence (COBRE), is seeking applications for appointment as a Research Project Leader (RPL). RPLs will receive salary support for 50% effort plus research project costs for up to three (3) years. Projects must be in the area of Implementation Science and address inequities in a pressing clinical or population health problem. Clinical investigators are encouraged to apply. The goal of the funding is to help PI’s achieve NIH R01-level funding. RPLs participate in mentoring activities and receive support from ISEC research cores. 

Letter of Intent due November 22. 

Review the full solicitation.


IPSR News

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On Oct. 24, the Institute for Policy & Social Research will convene the 2024 Kansas Economic Policy Conference: Powering the Future of Kansas. Every year, the conference brings together community and industry leaders, policymakers, and scholars to discuss an issue of urgent importance to the state.





Events

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Getting Started with IPSR

If you're thinking about developing your research agenda, seeking support for a current project, or interested in getting involved, contact us at IPSR@ku.edu.

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