Institute for Social Research

As the world’s largest academic social science survey and research organization, the Institute for Social Research (ISR) is a leader in developing and applying new social science methods and is committed to educating the next generation of social scientists.

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Lifetime of stress takes toll on cardiovascular health of Black Americans

According to new research, lifetime exposure to greater stress may have implications for daily experiences of stress and cardiovascular reactivity, which may be mechanisms explaining these health inequities.  Learn more about Lifetime of stress takes toll on cardiovascular health of Black Americans >

April 24, 2024

Four U-M professors selected to American Academy of Arts and Sciences

ANN ARBOR—Four University of Michigan faculty members have been selected to join the American Academy of Arts and… >>

April 18, 2024

ISR affiliate Ethan Kross named AAAS fellow

Contact: Jon Meerdink ([email protected]) ANN ARBOR — Ethan Kross, Ph.D., a faculty associate at the Institute for Social… >>

April 15, 2024

How trauma gets ‘under the skin’

ANN ARBOR—A University of Michigan study has shown that traumatic experiences during childhood may get “under the skin”… >>
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ISR Inclusive Research Matters Series

This series signals ISR’s transparent and deliberate commitment to examining the role of inclusion in the research process. The idea for the seminar series arose from discussions within the DEI Educational Programs Working Group focusing on the role of inclusion in research methodology.

ISR Insights Speaker Series

ISR Insights Speaker Series

Discover groundbreaking research on timely social issues at the ISR Insights Speaker Series. Join us as ISR researchers take the stage to share their insights in captivating talks.

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Research

ISR serves as a national laboratory advancing understanding of human behavior through empirical research. More than 300 scientists are affiliated with one or more of our research centers. Their work provides the foundation for the Institute’s legacy of social science in the public interest.

Megan Stewart

Megan Stewart

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR OF PUBLIC POLICY, GERALD R FORD SCHOOL OF PUBLIC...

Rob Mickey

Rob Mickey

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR OF POLITICAL SCIENCE, COLLEGE OF LITERATURE, SCIENCE,...

Scott Atran

Scott Atran

ADJUNCT RESEARCH SCIENTIST, RESEARCH CENTER FOR GROUP DYNAMICS, INSTITUTE...

Mark Tessler

Mark A Tessler

SAMUEL J ELDERSVELD COLLEGIATE PROFESSOR OF POLITICAL SCIENCE, PROFESSOR...

Sarah Marie Miller

Sarah Marie Miller

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR OF HEALTH MANAGEMENT AND POLICY, SCHOOL OF PUBLIC...

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Training & Opportunities

ISR is committed to training the next generation of social scientists, and to providing the highest quality continuing education to professionals working in the fields of survey research and data analysis.

Diversity

The ISR seeks to develop, strengthen, and diversify its research faculty, students, and staff. ISR and its constituent centers have a strong commitment to the diversity of our institution because we recognize that having a diverse organization improves the quality of our scientific research. 

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Guiding Principles Statement

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