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The Evidence for Action (E4A) Methods Blog is as an informal venue to explore complex methods challenges, with the intent of fostering interdisciplinary appreciation and championing evidence-based decision-making. Related to the blog, are the E4A Methods Notes, in depth explorations of various methods and topics. If there's a topic you'd like us to consider, email evidenceforaction@ucsf.edu.

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Unprecedented Times: Learnings from Conducting Research During A Global Pandemic

November 21, 2023

The research team shared information about adapting their randomized controlled trial that was intended to evaluate the impact the EYPC civics curriculum on student health and community wellbeing in rural Illinois.

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Methodologic Issues in Understanding Immigration Documentation Status in Racial and Health Equity Research

October 24, 2023

Immigration status and how the structural frameworks are addressed can be immensely impactful in advancing racial and health equity.

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Addressing Birth Equity and Family Wellbeing Through Cross-Sector Alignment & Policy Solutions

September 28, 2023

Recently, researchers representing teams funded by Evidence for Action, Policies for Action, and Systems for Action joined Andrea Serano with Reaching Our Sisters Everywhere to discuss their experiences conducting research to advance the health and wellbeing of birthing people and their babies.

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Understanding How Supreme Court Decisions Impact Health

August 29, 2023

The authors provide an overview of major research challenges and possible approaches to delivering convincing evidence on the health effects of Supreme Court decisions.

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Centering Racial Equity in the Research Process

August 14, 2023

The authors discuss how racial equity frameworks and processes help ensure that research is conducted in an equitable way, from asking the right research questions to sharing them with the people that can use them to create change.

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E4A’s Summer Reading List

June 28, 2023

This month’s blog highlights great reads to consider adding to your own reading list. We feature the top posts from our own blog, interesting posts from our favorite blogs, and a selection of books.

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Qualitative Research & the E4A Funding Opportunity

June 06, 2023

In conversation with qualitative methodologists at E4A – Drs. Charles H. Lea, Jeana E. Morrison, and Terrell Winder – the authors outline considerations, challenges, and research questions that may be addressed through qualitative work under the current racial equity call for proposals.

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Balancing Tradeoffs in Causal Inference Research Approaches to Advance Racial Equity

April 30, 2023

A discussion of the inherent tradeoffs of various causal inference research approaches, which may become even more pronounced when conducting research focused on advancing racial equity.

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