Research Archives

09.28.2026 two hockey players face off before puck is dropped by referee

Fighting Hockey’s Deadly Toll

Hockey enforcers endure relentless physicality and blows to the head, putting them at high risk of developing chronic brain injuries. (From 2023)

Fellow Caroline Dignard

09.25.2026 child drawing the earth

Having Kids in a Changing Climate

Overconsumption, overpopulation, and uncertainty about the future of the planet were among the reasons people cited for not wanting children. (From 2021)

Guest Author Samantha White

09.24.2026 close-up portrait of a young woman looking down at knees. trauma and survivor concept

Racial Disparities in Survivor Support

Victim compensation claims submitted by Black or Indigenous women were much less likely to be approved than claims submitted by White women.

Fellow Priyanka Athalye

09.23.2026 dark, empty hospital room. abortion care concept

Seeking Abortion Care Across State Lines

Every day, patients across the country undergo complex and strenuous journeys to get the abortion care that they need.

Guest Author Alia Cornell

09.18.2026 Portrait of a stressed young Black woman looking at medical bills. Loss of Medicaid coverage concept

Working, But Not Enough to Keep Medicaid

Starting in 2027, new work requirements will likely result in over 5 million Americans losing their Medicaid coverage despite being employed.

Guest Authors Paul Shafer, Timothy Callaghan

09.10.2026 Portrait of an aging Black couple embracing in their kitchen

A Healthier Partner, a Happier Sex Life?

For aging couples, both feeling healthy and perceiving their partner as healthy shape sexual well-being and intimacy.

Guest Author Yoobin Park

09.02.2026 Person holding phone and taking photo of bus lane while walking across the street. Community-led solutions and AI use concept

When Communities Drive Discovery: How AI Can Democratize Health Research

Community-led research can face barriers to change. Using AI tools thoughtfully can help translate lived experiences into meaningful action.

Guest Authors Ankita Kaulberg, Eduardo De la Vega-Taboada, Abby C. King

08.26.2026 Group of young children walking into school

Putting the PECEs Together: Helping More Children Get Ready for School

Children with positive early childhood experiences (PECEs) were more school-ready than those without, regardless of prior adversity. (From 2024)

Guest Authors Marvin So, Krista P. Woodward

08.24.2026 Wildland firefighter monitors a fire during a controlled burn at a local wildlife refuge.

Fighting Fire with Fire

Intentionally burning 500,000 acres of conifer forests each year would reduce air pollution from wildfires by 10% after a decade.

Fellow Rylie Lillibridge

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