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Institute for Quantitative Social ScienceInstitute for Quantitative Social Science Skip to main content Main MenuUtility MenuSearch HARVARD.EDU 7ba1562f576848c6110977b6a9d02028 PeopleFundingEventsDesk SpaceGet HelpSite Search AboutBecome an AffiliateNewsMetricsRoadmapsJob OpportunitiesConnect with UsContactPrograms & ProductsIncubationScientific ProgramsProduct DevelopmentR PackagesResearch ResourcesClient Support ServicesData Science ServicesIQSS Computer LabsTraining & WorkshopsSponsored Research ServicesResearch ComputingPeer Pre-ReviewExtraordinary Claims, Extraordinary EvidenceUndergraduate Research ScholarsOur Impact Search To solve society's greatest challenges by creating, preserving, and disseminating social science knowledge Learn how we do it Beyond 100 Installations: Dataverse's Growth and Global Role in Research Data Sharing  IQSS Feature In the vast realm of obtaining and sharing research data, the possibilities are nearly limitless. The potential therein, however, can prove a daunting voyage through uncharted territory. Enter Dataverse.  Read more about Dataverse  Is the Two-Parent Family the Great Equalizer? IQSS Feature In her forthcoming book, affiliate and assistant professor of sociology Christina Cross takes a deeper look into the frequently touted notion that a two-parent "nuclear" family is a cure-all to solve economic, social, and racial inequality. Read more about Christina Cross Jeff Frieden Traded to New York! Celebrating 30 Years at Harvard Jeffry Frieden, Stanfield Professor of International Peace and a longtime member of the IQSS community, is leaving Harvard for Columbia. Some of his colleagues have shared their fond memories and thoughts in our celebration of his time here. Read more about Jeffry Frieden Where to Next? Outgoing IQSS graduate affiliates share plans While we are sad to see them leave, we are excited to see the brilliant work that this year's graduating affiliates will be going on to do. Some soon-to-be IQSS alumni have shared with us their next steps. Read more about graduating IQSS affiliates CGA: Geospatial Infrastructure Enhancement  Leveraging NERC and FASRC computing resources, the Center for Geographic Analysis has developed a series of products and solutions to make geospatial analytics more affordable and efficient for researchers at Harvard. Read more about Geospatial Infrastructure Enhancements Announcing OpenDP Library 0.9 The newest release of the OpenDP Library, a modular collection of algorithms for building privacy-preserving applications, includes expanded functionality of user-definied primitives, proofs, and R-language bindings, plus other features. Read more about OpenDP Library 0.9 Research Resources Research Computing The Research Computing Evironment (RCE) offers you a centralized place in which to store your data and run your analysis on your own or in collaboration with other researchers. Learn more Research Computing Data Science Services Our team of PhD data science specialists provides research support to the Harvard community, offering both consultation and collaboration services for researchers. Learn more about Data Science Services Training & Workshops We offer specialized instruction to develop your software skills and broadening your knowledge on social science-related topics. Learn more about Training & Workshops IQSS Computer Labs The Labs offer access to workstations with a full array of statistical, GIS, and other commonly-used desktop applications.  Learn more about IQSS Computer Labs Client Support Services We're here to help you with your software, hardware and all your technological needs including (but not limited to) computer, smartphone, tablet and printer issues .  Learn more Sponsored Research Services We're dedicated to supporting social scientists' research by providing exceptional services throughout the lifecycle of a sponsored project.  Learn more about Sponsored Research Services Our Impact Investigating Flight Attendants' Safety In the longest-running longitudinal study of its kind, a study by Dr. Eileen McNeely, executive director of SHINE at IQSS, collected data on uniforms from major US airlines. Laboratory tests found harmful substances on a manufacturer's uniforms, and analysis showed a clear connection between the introduction of these uniforms and reports of debilitating medical issues such as respiratory problems and thyroid disease. These findings provided evidence in a class action lawsuit holding the uniform manufacturer accountable for the resulting health effects. Read more about IQSS' impact Funding Opportunities For Faculty Undergraduate Research Scholars Program The IQSS Undergraduate Research Scholars program is an opportunity for Harvard College students to gain first-hand research experience working with faculty members all across the University. Read More about Undergraduate Research Scholars Program For Graduate Students Travel Grants Travel grants are available to IQSS graduate student affiliates and are meant to support travel to facilitate presentation at a professional conference relevant to their research. Read more about Travel Grants For Graduate Students Research Grants Harvard Graduate student affiliates may apply for funding to support ongoing or future research activities.  Read more about graduate research grants View all funding opportunities Upcoming Events 2024 Sep 17 Chris Kenny (APRW) 12:00pm to 1:30pm 2024 Sep 18 Sooahn Shin (Workshop in Applied Statistics) 12:00pm to 1:30pm 2024 Sep 19 Hye Young You (Alesina Seminar) 4:30pm to 5:45pm 2024 Sep 20 ArcGIS Enterprise for Geospatial Big Data and Data Science using NERC 9:30am to 4:30pm Latest News Where to Next? Outgoing IQSS graduate affiliates share plans May 20, 2024 by IQSS Staff  The IQSS community includes a cohort of graduate students in programs all across Harvard University and active in a wide range of social science research. The end of the academic year always brings with it the departure of some of those graduate students as they finish their Harvard programs and while it is a bittersweet time for us, we are excited to see what our graduating affiliates have waiting for them on the next steps of their journeys. Below is a collection of updates from some of those affiliates going on to continue their work beyond Harvard... Read more about Where to Next? Outgoing IQSS graduate affiliates share plans Is the Two-Parent Family the Great Equalizer? May 17, 2024 by Courtney Hayes   For over half a century, many researchers, religious leaders, and policymakers have championed marriage and the two-parent family as a "great equalizer,” a panacea for a range of social issues, including racial inequality. And despite the shifting landscape of American societal norms, the idealization of the nuclear family remains deeply ingrained in the American psyche. But where do these ideas come from? And what if they were wrong?... Read more about Is the Two-Parent Family the Great Equalizer? Jeff Frieden Traded to New York! Celebrating 30 Years at Harvard May 17, 2024 by Danielle Benaroche Gottesman  Back in 2010, Jeffry Frieden—a die-hard New York Yankees fan—overheard a conversation between a passenger and a desk agent at Indianapolis International Airport. “Ma’am,” the passenger said, “I have to get to Fenway Park. My son is debuting tonight for the Boston Red Sox.” The agent shook her head, indicating there were no available spots left on the plane. The distraught father retreated to the departure lounge to inform his wife of the bad news. “Next thing I know,” said Don Nava, “the agent calls me up and says, ‘We... Read more about Jeff Frieden Traded to New York! Celebrating 30 Years at Harvard All news Become an Affiliate IQSS welcomes requests from scholars to become affiliated with our institution. 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