Finding better ways to use research to protect children from abuse and neglect
Official title: Experimental Study of a Model to Support Research Evidence Use for Protecting Children
Funded at Pennsylvania State University, the · NIH-10946251 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working to help lawmakers use the best scientific information to better prevent child abuse and neglect, so that more kids can grow up safe and healthy.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Pennsylvania State University, the NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (University Park, United States) |
| Project start | August 12, 2024 |
| Project end | July 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $689,752 |
| NIH project number | 1R01HD116152-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10946251 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are policymakers and stakeholders involved in child welfare and protection.
✕Less likely to help
Children who are not in environments where policy changes can be implemented may not directly benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to improve how policymakers use scientific evidence to prevent child abuse and neglect, which affects many children in the U.S. The project will implement a model called the Research-to-Policy Collaboration (RPC) to enhance communication between researchers and policymakers. By conducting a randomized controlled trial across 30 state legislatures, the study will evaluate the effectiveness of this model in increasing policymakers' awareness and application of research findings in their decision-making processes. The ultimate goal is to create more informed policies that better protect children from harm.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective policies that significantly reduce child abuse and neglect.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that similar models can enhance the engagement between researchers and policymakers, indicating potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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Pennsylvania State University, the
University Park, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Scott, Jennifer Taylor — Pennsylvania State University, the
- Study coordinator: Scott, Jennifer Taylor
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.