In our new Affiliate Highlights series, we are sharing short interviews with members of our community, offering a glimpse into their research, interests, and what inspires their work. This year, we are randomly selecting assistant and associate professors from our Affiliates program. Each feature includes a few brief questions (nothing too serious!) to help spark […]
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AI-Faces by Illinois: A new resource for psychological research
AI-Faces by Illinois is a database of AI-generated, photorealistic images of children’s faces designed for use in psychological and behavioral research. Developed by Drs. Michael T. Rizzo (psychology), Brenda Straka (psychology), and psychology PhD student Tim Chao, this CSBS-funded resource is available at no cost to researchers, providing a controlled, flexible alternative to traditional face […]
Bringing community engaged scholarship to life: Dr. Diane Doberneck
On February 28, CSBS, in collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Health Sciences Institute (IHSI) and the College of Education, hosted Dr. Diane Doberneck, Director for Faculty and Professional Development in the Office for Public Engagement and Scholarship at Michigan State University. As part of the Community-Engaged Researcher Series, her presentation, Community-Engaged Work: Write, Publish, Disseminate, provided […]
CSBS and IGPA launch Partnerships for Evidence-based Public Policy Fellowship Program
The Center for Social & Behavioral Science (CSBS) and the Institute of Government and Public Affairs (IGPA) welcome applications to the Partnerships for Evidence-based Public Policy (PEPP) Fellowship. This new program bridges research and policymaking by supporting mid-career faculty across the University of Illinois System in conducting year-long policy research projects in collaboration with Illinois […]
Funding Opportunities
Below are a selection of funding opportunities featured in our recent newsletters. Please explore these resources for potential financial support and refer to the specific guidelines and deadlines for each opportunities.
Kellner Center Lunchtime Lab | Mar. 24
The Kellner Center for Neurogenomics, Behavior, and Society is pleased to host the second Lunchtime Lab on Monday, March 24 at 12:00 – 1:00 pm in NCSA 3000, focusing on the topic of ASD/Neurodivergence with lighting talks by Howard Gritton, Laura Hetrick, and Ben Richardson. The Lunchtime Lab series aims to explore the connections between […]
PEPP Schedule and Application
The Partnerships for Evidence-based Public Policy (PEPP) fellowship program creates a bridge between research experts and the public by enabling mid-career faculty to conduct policy research with Illinois government partners. Fellows will form a cohort, participating in monthly trainings on topics such as the policy research lifecycle and policy communication, as well as networking and […]
Meet CSBS Student Researcher Carolyn MacDonald
As a key team member of the Illinois Science Explorers program, Carolyn MacDonald helps to connect research and practice by integrating evidence-based approaches into STEM activities for children in the Champaign-Urbana area. Carolyn is a PhD student in developmental psychology, working with CSBS Director Eva Pomerantz, studying how parents’ beliefs about math shape children’s confidence, […]
Research Resource: Tips for Effectively Connecting with POs
For many early-career researchers, the idea of reaching out to a Program Officer (PO) can be intimidating. However, establishing a relationship with a PO is one of the most important steps in securing research funding. POs can provide valuable insights and guidance to help refine your proposal and navigate the application process. Here is how […]
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 […]