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Research

Generating New Knowledge and Enriching Lives

The USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work has a rich history of research that is embedded and tested within Los Angeles communities, and implemented throughout the world. We are committed to supporting faculty, postdocs and PhD students engaged in finding advanced solutions to the most challenging social problems.

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Funded Projects

From improving local child welfare systems to addressing climate change, our research and partnerships are pushing the boundaries of scientific knowledge.

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Faculty Publications

Latest peer-reviewed publications by faculty and year.

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Our Research Centers

Dedicated to advancing education, awareness and policy on the most critical issues facing individuals and society.

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Research Administration

Faculty resource portal for proposals, funding opportunities, policies and procedures, training and much more.

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Research News

Faculty in the Media

Ben Henwood, professor, featured in the Los Angeles Times on how basic income could get thousands of people off the streets
 

April 30, 2024

Julie Cederbaum, associate professor, featured in The Conversation on how former foster youth need continued support from caring adults to build successful lives

June 6, 2024

Sara Kintzle, research professor, featured in the Orange County Register on current veterans' needs per the recently published State of the American Veteran: Southern California Study
 

February 26, 2024

Maria P. Aranda, professor, featured on ABC News on the risk of leaving Hispanic and Latinx communities behind with innovative Alzheimer's treatments

October 7, 2023

Research Activity Data (Last 12 Months)

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