Following are articles published by the National Institute of Justice
Lessons Learned on the Methodological Challenges in Studying Rare Violent Incidents
To increase knowledge and aid prevention efforts, the research community must develop a strategy to source, code, check, and analyze the data surrounding rare violent incidents.
Comparing Violent Extremism and Terrorism to Other Forms of Targeted Violence
NIJ-supported research indicates that although there is no single, clear-cut overlap between individuals who engage in these types of violence, there are important and sometimes unexpected similarities.
Domestic Radicalization and Violent Extremism
An Overview of NIJ's Research Portfolio
Five Things About the Role of the Internet and Social Media in Domestic Radicalization
Five Things About Community-Based Terrorism Prevention Programs
Research Rooted in Machine Learning Challenges Conventional Thinking About the Pathways to Violent Extremism
NIJ-funded research challenges some common assumptions about what motivates young people to engage in violent extremism.
Domestic Radicalization and Deradicalization: Insights from Family and Friends
To understand what drives some people to violent extremism, and some to walk away from it, it helps to get to know them. That premise underlies research featuring interviews with individuals who exited extremism, family members, and acquaintances.
Domestic Extremism: No One-Size-Fits-All Approach to Disengagement From Extremism Activity or Beliefs, Study Finds
NIJ-supported research notes stark division in extremism disengagement pathways for persons with and without prison experience.
In North American Somali Communities, A Complex Mix of Factors Influence Gang Involvement, Violent Extremism
NIJ-supported research points to the value of targeting multiple social conditions as a strategy for reducing radicalization.
Understanding Domestic Radicalization and Terrorism
A National Issue Within a Global Context
The Importance of Community Policing in Preventing Terrorism
Notes From the Field: Connection to Combat Terrorism
Maintaining Vigilance to Combat Terrorism
Assessment of BJA’s State and Local Anti-Terrorism Training Program
The State and Local Anti-Terrorism Training Program provides training to local law enforcement agencies to detect, prevent, and investigate terrorism. NIJ funded an assessment to identify program strengths and areas of improvement.
What Can We Learn From the Similarities and Differences Between Lone Wolf Terrorists and Mass Murderers?
Lone actor terrorists are broadcasting what they’re doing; we need to listen.
Homeland Security in Small Law Enforcement Agencies: Preparedness and Proximity to Big-City Peers
Study finds that increased interaction with nearby large-town agencies improves preparedness of smaller jurisdictions.