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 >

May 1, 2024

Justice Outcomes Explorer data dashboard sheds new light on US criminal justice system

Contact: Jon Meerdink ([email protected]) ANN ARBOR — A new data dashboard developed at the University of Michigan’s Institute… >>

April 30, 2024

Study: racial bias is no ‘false alarm’ in policing

ANN ARBOR—Black drivers are more frequently searched without finding contraband during traffic stops than white drivers, according to… >>

April 26, 2024

Consumer sentiment holds steady amid renewed concerns over high prices

ANN ARBOR—Sentiment has remained essentially unchanged since January 2024, continuing the plateau that followed the large gains seen… >>
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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.

Jon Miller

Jon Miller

RESEARCH SCIENTIST EMERITUS, CENTER FOR POLITICAL STUDIES, INSTITUTE FOR...

Revathy Kumar

Revathy Kumar

ADJUNCT RESEARCH PROFESSOR, SURVEY RESEARCH CENTER, INSTITUTE FOR SOCIAL...

Daniel Howard Weissman

Daniel Howard Weissman

PROFESSOR OF PSYCHOLOGY, COLLEGE OF LITERATURE, SCIENCE, AND THE ARTS AND...

Daniel E Little

Daniel E Little

PROFESSOR OF PHILOSOPHY, DEPARTMENT OF LANGUAGE, CULTURE, AND THE ARTS,...

Kevin F. Miller

Kevin F Miller

PROFESSOR OF EDUCATION, MARSAL FAMILY SCHOOL OF EDUCATION, PROFESSOR OF...

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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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