Investigating ways to prevent firearm violence in K-12 schools
A Nationwide Case-Control Study of Firearm Violence Prevention Tactics and Policies in K-12 Schools
This study looks at different ways schools in the U.S. try to keep kids safe from gun violence, like using metal detectors and having safety drills, to find out which methods really work best for protecting students and making schools safer.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Columbia University Health Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10399766 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research examines various safety tactics and policies implemented in K-12 schools across the United States to prevent firearm violence. It aims to assess the effectiveness of strategies such as metal detectors, active shooter drills, and armed personnel in reducing school shootings and improving student safety. By analyzing data from a nationwide case-control study, the research seeks to identify which methods are most effective and how they impact student discipline. The findings could provide valuable insights for policymakers and educators to enhance school safety.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include K-12 students, school staff, and administrators from public schools across the United States.
Not a fit: Patients who may not receive benefit from this research include those attending private schools or those not involved in the K-12 public education system.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective policies and practices that significantly reduce firearm violence in schools, thereby improving safety for students and staff.
How similar studies have performed: While there have been various efforts to improve school safety, this research is novel in its comprehensive nationwide approach to scientifically evaluate the effectiveness of specific safety tactics and policies.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- Columbia University Health Sciences — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Branas, Charles C. — Columbia University Health Sciences
- Study coordinator: Branas, Charles C.
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 below.