Academic journals that give journalists free access
Some journalists might not realize that many academic journals let them bypass their paywalls. We show you which ones and how to set up free accounts.
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Crosswalks and pedestrian safety: What you need to know from recent research
Pedestrian deaths, on the rise in the U.S., are a perpetual policy issue local news outlets cover. Here’s what the research says about what makes traffic intersections unsafe and crosswalk designs that can improve pedestrian safety.
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8 ways journalists can access academic research for free
A lot of academic research exists behind paywalls. We outline eight ways reporters can get free access to high-quality scholarship.
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Mental health disparities in older LGBTQ+ populations: A research roundup
While resilient, older LGBTQ+ adults face significant health and mental health disparities compared with their cisgender, heterosexual counterparts, a growing body of research shows.
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Race-neutral alternatives to affirmative action in college admissions: The research
How can colleges maintain or improve student diversity now that the Supreme Court has ruled it unlawful to admit students based partly on race and ethnicity? We look at research on the effectiveness of race-neutral alternatives.
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Why researchers shouldn’t study The New York Times to understand US news media as a whole
For decades, researchers have looked to The New York Times to help them understand US newsrooms and their audiences. In a new paper, two scholars explain why that’s problematic.
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How to find facts and stories in civil court dockets: 7 tips from a whistleblower attorney
A former journalist turned whistleblower attorney shares tips for journalists looking to mine information from U.S. court dockets.
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Using ‘per capita’ to describe data: 4 things journalists need to know
An economist and a statistician help us explain the right and wrong ways to use ‘per capita’ to describe data related to economics, public health and other news topics.
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Research sheds light on the physical, mental and financial costs of nonfatal mass shooting injuries
A recent study examines an often overlooked aspect of mass shootings — and calls for a national registry of nonfatal mass shooting injuries.
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Solitary confinement in US prisons: A research-based primer
Estimates from academic and other sources suggest that on any given day there are tens of thousands of prisoners held in solitary confinement in the U.S. We explore the history and costs of the practice.
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