Research Archives

02.16.2024 fresh foods spilling out of a grocery bag, representing a shift from food insecurity to food security

Bringing Solutions to the Table: Food Insecurity in America

As rates of food insecurity continue to rise across the country, cities are exploring innovative solutions to address the nutritional needs of their diverse communities.

Fellow Adna Jaganjac

02.13.2024 aerial view of housing in Boston's Back Bay

Boston’s Housing Waitlists: Lengthy Lists, Tentative Tenants

In Boston, rising rents are forcing poor individuals and families to wait for affordable housing, with the average waitlist time being around 3 years.

Fellow Sean Hagan

02.09.2024 Shot of two unrecognisable builders walking through a construction site

Health Equity

The Intersection Between Aging, Education, and Work

Those with higher educational attainment report less work limitations as they age compared to those with lower educational attainment.

Guest Author Leah Abrams

02.08.2024 man sitting on side of hospital bed in emergency room

Health Equity

Unveiling Disparities: Racial Inequities in Emergency Care Restraints

While restraints are used in less than 1% of emergency care encounters, adult Black patients were 31% more likely to experience physical restraint compared to White patients.

Fellow Kara Schmidt

02.06.2024 water flowing into to drain that is contaminated with oil and gas and other harmful chemicals

Thirst Trap: Oil and Gas on Tap

A quarter of LA County’s water systems are at risk for oil and gas contamination, with historically disenfranchised communities most at risk.

Fellow Caroline Dignard

01.30.2024 Handcuffs on dark background illuminated by flashing lights of police car, signifying arrest

Racial Arrest Disparities: Not Purely an Urban Issue

Arrest rates are higher in rural areas compared to urban areas, with American Indian and Black populations bearing the brunt of policing and aggressive arrest practices.

Guest Author Patricia Jewett

01.25.2024 multigenerational family sits down for dinner

Health Equity

When and Where They'll Leave the Nest

Financial concerns are the top reason people may opt for multigenerational living. But money aside – relationships between parents and children can be complicated.

Fellow Adna Jaganjac

01.24.2024 young man with smoke in front of his face, implying youth vaping

The Secret World of Youth Vaping

Vaping is a growing trend among youth, and kids are going to great lengths to hide their vaping behaviors from their parents, teachers, and other adults in their lives.

Guest Author Lori Crane

01.19.2024 field of American flags, representing veterans

Suicide Rates Among Native Veterans

Suicide rates among Native veterans are disproportionately high compared to White veterans, with younger individuals in this population at a particularly high risk of suicidal ideation.

Fellow Kara Schmidt

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