Research
History of NIJ Support for Face Recognition Technology
Algorithms that Mimic the Brain’s Processing Networks Preferred for Some Functions of Face Detection and Recognition Technology
Recently completed research supported by NIJ, closely comparing different types of facial analysis algorithms — including a long-time law enforcement workhorse — reveals that high-powered, deep neural networks can deliver improved performance.
Notes From the Field: Using Evidence-Based Policing to Combat Violent Crime
Examining the Effectiveness of Indigent Defense Team Services: A Multisite Evaluation of Holistic Defense in Practice, Project Summary
Metabolite Biometrics for the Differentiation of Individuals
The Evolution and Impact of Electronic Cigarettes
Chiefs' Panel Points to Top Issues and Related Innovation Needs Facing Law Enforcement
Just Science Podcast: Just the Innocence Project
Just Science Podcast: Just the Organization of Scientific Area Committees
How Law Enforcement Culture Plays into Stress and Wellness
Key Points About Stress and Wellness for Law Enforcement Leadership
Workforce Issues in Corrections
Exploring Identity-Based Crime Victimizations: Assessing Threats and Victim Services Among a Sample of Professionals
Micro And Macro-Level Assessment Of Juvenile Justice Placement Reform In Ohio: Final Technical Report
Exposure to Violence, Trauma, and Juvenile Court Involvement: A Longitudinal Analysis of Mobile Youth and Poverty Study Data (1998-2011)
Violence Exposure, Continuous Trauma, and Repeat Offending in Female and Male Serious Adolescent Offenders
Officer Stress and Wellness: Bringing Practitioners and Researchers Together
Dan Grupe, associate scientist at University of Wisconsin’s Center for Healthy Minds; Wendy Stiver, major at the Dayton (Ohio) Police Department; and Christopher Scallon, retired police sergeant talk about the importance of practitioners and researchers working together to study the effects of stress and trauma on law enforcement. The speakers note how the partnership can ensure that all stakeholders are involved, make the data more usable and understandable, and create a synergy of practical experience and vetted academic foundations.
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Protecting Against Stress and Trauma - NIJ Research for the Real World Seminar
At this Research for the Real World seminar, NIJ brought together law enforcement practitioners and leading researchers in the field of stress to discuss the current research evidence and practical benefits of targeted stress-management interventions and how they can promote officer mental wellness.
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National Institute of Justice, Annual Report 2017
Notes from the Field: Prison Reform Reducing Restrictive Housing for Improved Prison Outcomes
Applying the Latest Research to Prevent Bullying: Empowering Schools to Change Behavior & Attitudes
Bullying prevention is an important aspect of school safety. During this webinar, co-sponsored by NIJ and the Federal Partners in Bullying Prevention, renowned bullying prevention researchers will share information schools can use to address bullying. This information will include helping teachers respond to bullying in the classroom and giving students who see bullying tools to take action to address it.
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