Public Science Collaborative

OUR APPROACH AND METHODS

What We Do

Our approach to research is a holistic one, working in various research areas, using different research and data collection methods. Our work prioritizes serving the people whose stories inspired it or that are included in it. We aim to produce impactful and implementable research that inspires real and efficient change.

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RESEARCH HIGHLIGHTS

Iowa's Health Information Platform

Focused on prevention, this work specifically targets reducing morbidity and mortality rates related to substance use. Through the process of compiling data, prevention and intervention can be informed, targeted, and timely. Dashboards were created to promote equity in healthcare, inform action with data, improve preparedness for substance use outbreaks, and to monitor substance use. To learn more about this project and its outcomes visit our Research Insights page.

RESEARCH HIGHLIGHTS

Alcohol Research Initiative

This work is an investigation into the location of and access to alcohol. In addition, alcohol’s harmful effects and risk factors of excessive alcohol consumption for individuals, families, and communities. While also developing an understanding of the social environment and factors that shed light on drinking in Iowa. The goal is to compile data on alcohol’s presence and effects in Iowa to interpret patterns and make predictions that may inform policy and community programming related to alcohol. More about this project, including the full report and links to the dashboard, can be found on the Research Insights page.

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Our Latest Projects

A Community Based Strategy To Advance Substance Use Recovery

This executive report focuses on the importance of building Recovery Community Centers and establishing recovery as a state-wide effort.

Local Alcohol Policies to Improve Health and Safety in Iowa

This policy report gives policy recommendations, both already in-use in Iowa and new to Iowa counties, that can improve the alcohol landscape.

Collegiate Recovery Program Engagement Strategy

This report gives recommendations to collegiate recovery programs on how to encourage community engagement and recovery practices on college campuses.

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