Small Grant Program | Submit your pre-proposal by Jan. 15

The CSBS Small Grant Program is accepting pre-proposals on a rolling basis until January 15 for the spring 2025 cycle.  The CSBS Small Grant Program aims to bring researchers together to develop ambitious and innovative projects that advance social and behavioral science while laying the groundwork for future external funding opportunities. These small grants are crucial […]

3rd Future of Work Symposium – Exploring technology in shaping tomorrow’s workforce

On November 15th, the Center for Social & Behavioral Science, in collaboration with the School of Labor and Employment Relations, hosted the third Future of Work Symposium. The event focused on technology’s (especially AI’s) growing impact on the workplace and explored its broader implications for the future of the workforce with insights from speakers Dr. […]

Kellner Center launch: Interdisciplinary research to improve mental health

On November 12th, the University of Illinois celebrated the launch of The Kellner Center for Neurogenomics, Behavior and Society. Hosted by the Carl R. Woese Institute for Genomic Biology (IGB), the Center for Social & Behavioral Sciences (CSBS), and the School of Social Work, the half-day event drew researchers from across campus to learn about […]

The Future of Work Symposium | Nov. 15

Join us for the third CSBS Future of Work Symposium sponsored in collaboration with the School of Labor and Employment Relations. The Symposium features keynote remarks from Saiph Savage, PhD, Assistant Professor and Director of the Civic A.I. Lab at Northeastern University and Paul Leonardi, PhD, Duca Family Professor of Technology Management at the University […]

National STEM Day open house inspires young minds

On November 9th, I-Sci Explorers co-hosted a National STEM Day open house at the Champaign Park District Martens Center. Paige Duncan (community engagement specialist who leads the I-Sci Explorers program) and Carolyn McDonald (graduate student in psychology) engaged students with hands-on activities designed to spark curiosity and confidence in science.   Carolyn demonstrated a science […]

Building effective labs: insights and strategies from the Emerging Investigators Lunch 

The Center for Social & Behavioral Science (CSBS) hosted an Emerging Investigators Lunch on November 7th, focusing on “Effectively Managing Your Lab.” The event was an opportunity for early-career faculty to explore strategies for successful lab management – a key challenge many assistant professors face. Panelists included professor Karen Tabb (Social Work), associate professor Naiman […]

Fostering university-school partnerships in community-engaged research

On October 29th, the College of Education, Interdisciplinary Health Sciences Institute (IHSI), and Center for Social & Behavioral Science (CSBS) hosted the second event in the 2024-25 Community-Engaged Research Series. Organized for researchers across campus who are interested in partnering with K-12 schools, including public, private, and university lab schools, the event attracted 80 researchers […]

National STEM Day at the Martens Center | Nov. 9

Celebrate National STEM Day with us at an exciting open house event filled with interactive science activities for the whole family! Kids of all ages engaged with hands-on exhibits from various science outreach groups in the community, including Illinois Science Explorers! Community Engagement Specialist Paige Duncan attended with graduate student Carolyn McDonald, demonstrating a fun […]

Emerging Investigators Lunch: Effectively Managing Your Lab | Nov. 7

Effectively managing your lab can be challenging. Indeed, many assistant professors have said this is something with which they struggle. In response, the Center for Social & Behavioral Science held an Emerging Investigators lunch on the topic on Thursday, November 7th, from 12:00 – 1:00 PM.   This gathering offered the opportunity for discussion with a […]