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1 1  = Research at a Glance =
2 2  
3 +== Introduction ==
3 3  
5 +Welcome to the **Research at a Glance** repository. This section serves as a **centralized reference hub** for key academic studies related to various fields such as **social psychology, public policy, behavioral economics, and more**. Each study is categorized for easy navigation and presented in a **collapsible format** to maintain a clean layout.
4 4  
5 - Welcome to the **Research at a Glance** repository. This section serves as a **centralized reference hub** for key academic studies related to various important Racial themes. Each study is categorized for easy navigation and presented in a **collapsible format** to maintain a clean layout. I wanted to make this for a couple of reasons. Number one is organization. There are a ton of useful studies out there that expose the truth, sometimes inadvertently. You'll notice that in this initial draft the summaries are often woke and reflect the bias of the AI writing them as well as the researchers politically correct conclusions in most cases. That's because I haven't gotten to going through and pointing out the reasons I put all of them in here.
7 +=== How to Use This Repository ===
6 6  
7 -
8 - There is often an underlying hypocrisy or double standard, saying the quiet part out loud, or conclusions that are so much of an antithesis to what the data shows that made me want to include it. At least, thats the idea for once its polished. I have about 150 more studies to upload, so it will be a few weeks before I get through it all. Until such time, feel free to search for them yourself and edit in what you find, or add your own studies. If you like you can do it manually, or if you'd rather go the route I did, just rename the study to its doi number and feed the study into an AI and tell them to summarize the study using the following format:
9 -
10 -{{example}}
11 -~= Study: [Study Title] =
12 -
13 -~{~{expand title="Study: [Study Title] (Click to Expand)" expanded="false"}}
14 -~*~*Source:~*~* *[Journal/Institution Name]*
15 -~*~*Date of Publication:~*~* *[Publication Date]*
16 -~*~*Author(s):~*~* *[Author(s) Name(s)]*
17 -~*~*Title:~*~* *"[Study Title]"*
18 -~*~*DOI:~*~* [DOI or Link]
19 -~*~*Subject Matter:~*~* *[Broad Research Area, e.g., Social Psychology, Public Policy, Behavioral Economics]* 
20 -
21 -~-~--
22 -
23 -~#~# ~*~*Key Statistics~*~*
24 -~1. ~*~*General Observations:~*~*
25 - - [Statistical finding or observation]
26 - - [Statistical finding or observation]
27 -
28 -2. ~*~*Subgroup Analysis:~*~*
29 - - [Breakdown of findings by gender, race, or other subgroups]
30 -
31 -3. ~*~*Other Significant Data Points:~*~*
32 - - [Any additional findings or significant statistics]
33 -
34 -~-~--
35 -
36 -~#~# ~*~*Findings~*~*
37 -~1. ~*~*Primary Observations:~*~*
38 - - [High-level findings or trends in the study]
39 -
40 -2. ~*~*Subgroup Trends:~*~*
41 - - [Disparities or differences highlighted in the study]
42 -
43 -3. ~*~*Specific Case Analysis:~*~*
44 - - [Detailed explanation of any notable specific findings]
45 -
46 -~-~--
47 -
48 -~#~# ~*~*Critique and Observations~*~*
49 -~1. ~*~*Strengths of the Study:~*~*
50 - - [Examples: strong methodology, large dataset, etc.]
51 -
52 -2. ~*~*Limitations of the Study:~*~*
53 - - [Examples: data gaps, lack of upstream analysis, etc.]
54 -
55 -3. ~*~*Suggestions for Improvement:~*~*
56 - - [Ideas for further research or addressing limitations]
57 -
58 -~-~--
59 -
60 -~#~# ~*~*Relevance to Subproject~*~*
61 -- [Explanation of how this study contributes to your subproject goals.]
62 -- [Any key arguments or findings that support or challenge your views.]
63 -
64 -~-~--
65 -
66 -~#~# ~*~*Suggestions for Further Exploration~*~*
67 -~1. [Research questions or areas to investigate further.]
68 -2. [Potential studies or sources to complement this analysis.]
69 -
70 -~-~--
71 -
72 -~#~# ~*~*Summary of Research Study~*~*
73 -This study examines ~*~*[core research question or focus]~*~*, providing insights into ~*~*[main subject area]~*~*. The research utilized ~*~*[sample size and methodology]~*~* to assess ~*~*[key variables or measured outcomes]~*~*. 
74 -
75 -This summary provides an accessible, at-a-glance overview of the study’s contributions. Please refer to the full paper for in-depth analysis.
76 -
77 -~-~--
78 -
79 -~#~# ~*~*📄 Download Full Study~*~*
80 -~{~{velocity}}
81 -#set($doi = "[Insert DOI Here]")
82 -#set($filename = "${doi}.pdf")
83 -#if($xwiki.exists("attach~:$filename"))
84 -~[~[Download Full Study>>attach~:$filename]]
85 -#else
86 -~{~{html}}<span style="color:red; font-weight:bold;">🚨 PDF Not Available 🚨</span>~{~{/html}}
87 -#end
88 -~{~{/velocity}}
89 -
90 -~{~{/expand}}
91 -
92 -
93 -{{/example}}
94 -
95 -
96 -
97 97  - Click on a **category** in the **Table of Contents** to browse studies related to that topic.
98 98  - Click on a **study title** to expand its details, including **key findings, critique, and relevance**.
99 99  - Use the **search function** (Ctrl + F or XWiki's built-in search) to quickly find specific topics or authors.
100 100  - If needed, you can export this page as **PDF or print-friendly format**, and all studies will automatically expand for readability.
101 -- You'll also find a download link to the original full study in pdf form at the bottom of the collapsible block.
102 102  
103 103  
104 -{{toc/}}
105 105  
16 +== Research Studies Repository ==
106 106  
107 -
108 -
109 -
110 110  = Genetics =
111 111  
112 -
113 113  == Study: Reconstructing Indian Population History ==
114 -
115 -{{expand expanded="false" title="Study: Reconstructing Indian Population History"}}
21 +{{expand title="Study: Reconstructing Indian Population History" expanded="false"}}
116 116  **Source:** *Nature*
117 117  **Date of Publication:** *2009*
118 118  **Author(s):** *David Reich, Kumarasamy Thangaraj, Nick Patterson, Alkes L. Price, Lalji Singh*
119 119  **Title:** *"Reconstructing Indian Population History"*
120 120  **DOI:** [10.1038/nature08365](https://doi.org/10.1038/nature08365)
121 -**Subject Matter:** *Genetics, Population History, South Asian Ancestry* 
27 +**Subject Matter:** *Genetics, Population History, South Asian Ancestry*
122 122  
123 -----
29 +---
124 124  
125 -## **Key Statistics**##
126 -
31 +## **Key Statistics**
127 127  1. **General Observations:**
128 128   - Study analyzed **132 individuals from 25 diverse Indian groups**.
129 129   - Identified two major ancestral populations: **Ancestral North Indians (ANI)** and **Ancestral South Indians (ASI)**.
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136 136   - ANI ancestry ranges from **39% to 71%** across Indian groups.
137 137   - **Caste and linguistic differences** strongly correlate with genetic variation.
138 138  
139 -----
44 +---
140 140  
141 -## **Findings**##
142 -
46 +## **Findings**
143 143  1. **Primary Observations:**
144 144   - The genetic landscape of India has been shaped by **thousands of years of endogamy**.
145 145   - Groups with **only ASI ancestry no longer exist** in mainland India.
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152 152   - **Founder effects** have maintained allele frequency differences among Indian groups.
153 153   - Predicts **higher incidence of recessive diseases** due to historical genetic isolation.
154 154  
155 -----
59 +---
156 156  
157 -## **Critique and Observations**##
158 -
61 +## **Critique and Observations**
159 159  1. **Strengths of the Study:**
160 160   - **First large-scale genetic analysis** of Indian population history.
161 161   - Introduces **new methods for ancestry estimation without direct ancestral reference groups**.
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168 168   - Future research should **expand sampling across more Indian tribal groups**.
169 169   - Use **whole-genome sequencing** for finer resolution of ancestry.
170 170  
171 -----
74 +---
172 172  
173 173  ## **Relevance to Subproject**
174 174  - Provides a **genetic basis for caste and linguistic diversity** in India.
175 175  - Highlights **founder effects and genetic drift** shaping South Asian populations.
176 -- Supports research on **medical genetics and disease risk prediction** in Indian populations.##
79 +- Supports research on **medical genetics and disease risk prediction** in Indian populations.
177 177  
178 -----
81 +---
179 179  
180 -## **Suggestions for Further Exploration**##
181 -
83 +## **Suggestions for Further Exploration**
182 182  1. Examine **genetic markers linked to disease susceptibility** in Indian subpopulations.
183 183  2. Investigate the impact of **recent migration patterns on ANI-ASI ancestry distribution**.
184 184  3. Study **gene flow between Indian populations and other global groups**.
185 185  
186 -----
88 +---
187 187  
188 188  ## **Summary of Research Study**
189 -This study reconstructs **the genetic history of India**, revealing two ancestral populations—**ANI (related to West Eurasians) and ASI (distinctly South Asian)**. By analyzing **25 diverse Indian groups**, the researchers demonstrate how **historical endogamy and founder effects** have maintained genetic differentiation. The findings have **implications for medical genetics, population history, and the study of South Asian ancestry**.##
91 +This study reconstructs **the genetic history of India**, revealing two ancestral populations—**ANI (related to West Eurasians) and ASI (distinctly South Asian)**. By analyzing **25 diverse Indian groups**, the researchers demonstrate how **historical endogamy and founder effects** have maintained genetic differentiation. The findings have **implications for medical genetics, population history, and the study of South Asian ancestry**.
190 190  
191 191  This summary provides an accessible, at-a-glance overview of the study’s contributions. Please refer to the full paper for in-depth analysis.
192 192  
193 -----
95 +---
194 194  
195 195  ## **📄 Download Full Study**
196 -[[Download Full Study>>attach:10.1038_nature08365.pdf]]##
98 +[[Download Full Study>>attach:10.1038_nature08365.pdf]]
99 +
197 197  {{/expand}}
198 198  
199 199  
200 -== Study: The Simons Genome Diversity Project: 300 Genomes from 142 Diverse Populations ==
201 201  
202 -{{expand expanded="false" title="Study: The Simons Genome Diversity Project: 300 Genomes from 142 Diverse Populations"}}
104 +== Study: The Simons Genome Diversity Project: 300 Genomes from 142 Diverse Populations ==
105 +{{expand title="Study: The Simons Genome Diversity Project: 300 Genomes from 142 Diverse Populations" expanded="false"}}
203 203  **Source:** *Nature*
204 204  **Date of Publication:** *2016*
205 205  **Author(s):** *David Reich, Swapan Mallick, Heng Li, Mark Lipson, and others*
206 206  **Title:** *"The Simons Genome Diversity Project: 300 Genomes from 142 Diverse Populations"*
207 207  **DOI:** [10.1038/nature18964](https://doi.org/10.1038/nature18964)
208 -**Subject Matter:** *Human Genetic Diversity, Population History, Evolutionary Genomics* 
111 +**Subject Matter:** *Human Genetic Diversity, Population History, Evolutionary Genomics*
209 209  
210 -----
113 +---
211 211  
212 -## **Key Statistics**##
213 -
115 +## **Key Statistics**
214 214  1. **General Observations:**
215 215   - Analyzed **high-coverage genome sequences of 300 individuals from 142 populations**.
216 216   - Included **many underrepresented and indigenous groups** from Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Americas.
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223 223   - Identified **5.8 million base pairs absent from the human reference genome**.
224 224   - Estimated that **mutations have accumulated 5% faster in non-Africans than in Africans**.
225 225  
226 -----
128 +---
227 227  
228 -## **Findings**##
229 -
130 +## **Findings**
230 230  1. **Primary Observations:**
231 231   - **African populations harbor the greatest genetic diversity**, confirming an out-of-Africa dispersal model.
232 232   - Indigenous Australians and New Guineans **share a common ancestral population with other non-Africans**.
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239 239   - **Neanderthal ancestry is higher in East Asians than in Europeans**.
240 240   - African hunter-gatherer groups show **deep population splits over 100,000 years ago**.
241 241  
242 -----
143 +---
243 243  
244 -## **Critique and Observations**##
245 -
145 +## **Critique and Observations**
246 246  1. **Strengths of the Study:**
247 247   - **Largest global genetic dataset** outside of the 1000 Genomes Project.
248 248   - High sequencing depth allows **more accurate identification of genetic variants**.
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255 255   - Future studies should include **ancient genomes** to improve demographic modeling.
256 256   - Expand research into **how genetic variation affects health outcomes** across populations.
257 257  
258 -----
158 +---
259 259  
260 260  ## **Relevance to Subproject**
261 261  - Provides **comprehensive data on human genetic diversity**, useful for **evolutionary studies**.
262 262  - Supports research on **Neanderthal and Denisovan introgression** in modern human populations.
263 -- Enhances understanding of **genetic adaptation and disease susceptibility across groups**.##
163 +- Enhances understanding of **genetic adaptation and disease susceptibility across groups**.
264 264  
265 -----
165 +---
266 266  
267 -## **Suggestions for Further Exploration**##
268 -
167 +## **Suggestions for Further Exploration**
269 269  1. Investigate **functional consequences of genetic variation in underrepresented populations**.
270 270  2. Study **how selection pressures shaped genetic diversity across different environments**.
271 271  3. Explore **medical applications of population-specific genetic markers**.
272 272  
273 -----
172 +---
274 274  
275 275  ## **Summary of Research Study**
276 -This study presents **high-coverage genome sequences from 300 individuals across 142 populations**, offering **new insights into global genetic diversity and human evolution**. The findings highlight **deep African population splits, widespread archaic ancestry in non-Africans, and unique variants absent from the human reference genome**. The research enhances our understanding of **migration patterns, adaptation, and evolutionary history**.##
175 +This study presents **high-coverage genome sequences from 300 individuals across 142 populations**, offering **new insights into global genetic diversity and human evolution**. The findings highlight **deep African population splits, widespread archaic ancestry in non-Africans, and unique variants absent from the human reference genome**. The research enhances our understanding of **migration patterns, adaptation, and evolutionary history**.
277 277  
278 278  This summary provides an accessible, at-a-glance overview of the study’s contributions. Please refer to the full paper for in-depth analysis.
279 279  
280 -----
179 +---
281 281  
282 282  ## **📄 Download Full Study**
283 -[[Download Full Study>>attach:10.1038_nature18964.pdf]]##
182 +[[Download Full Study>>attach:10.1038_nature18964.pdf]]
183 +
284 284  {{/expand}}
285 285  
286 286  
287 287  == Study: Meta-analysis of the heritability of human traits based on fifty years of twin studies ==
288 -
289 -{{expand expanded="false" title="Study: Meta-analysis of the heritability of human traits based on fifty years of twin studies"}}
188 +{{expand title="Study: Meta-analysis of the heritability of human traits based on fifty years of twin studies" expanded="false"}}
290 290  **Source:** *Nature Genetics*
291 291  **Date of Publication:** *2015*
292 292  **Author(s):** *Tinca J. C. Polderman, Beben Benyamin, Christiaan A. de Leeuw, Patrick F. Sullivan, Arjen van Bochoven, Peter M. Visscher, Danielle Posthuma*
293 293  **Title:** *"Meta-analysis of the heritability of human traits based on fifty years of twin studies"*
294 294  **DOI:** [10.1038/ng.328](https://doi.org/10.1038/ng.328)
295 -**Subject Matter:** *Genetics, Heritability, Twin Studies, Behavioral Science* 
194 +**Subject Matter:** *Genetics, Heritability, Twin Studies, Behavioral Science*
296 296  
297 -----
196 +---
298 298  
299 -## **Key Statistics**##
300 -
198 +## **Key Statistics**
301 301  1. **General Observations:**
302 302   - Analyzed **17,804 traits from 2,748 twin studies** published between **1958 and 2012**.
303 303   - Included data from **14,558,903 twin pairs**, making it the largest meta-analysis on human heritability.
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310 310   - **Neurological, metabolic, and psychiatric traits** showed the highest heritability estimates.
311 311   - Traits related to **social values and environmental interactions** had lower heritability estimates.
312 312  
313 -----
211 +---
314 314  
315 -## **Findings**##
316 -
213 +## **Findings**
317 317  1. **Primary Observations:**
318 318   - Across all traits, genetic factors play a significant role in individual differences.
319 319   - The study contradicts models that **overestimate environmental effects in behavioral and cognitive traits**.
320 320  
321 321  2. **Subgroup Trends:**
322 - - **Eye and brain-related traits showed the highest heritability (70-80%)**.
219 + - **Eye and brain-related traits showed the highest heritability (~70-80%)**.
323 323   - **Shared environmental effects were negligible (<10%) for most traits**.
324 324  
325 325  3. **Specific Case Analysis:**
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326 326   - Twin correlations suggest **limited evidence for strong non-additive genetic influences**.
327 327   - The study highlights **missing heritability in complex traits**, which genome-wide association studies (GWAS) have yet to fully explain.
328 328  
329 -----
226 +---
330 330  
331 -## **Critique and Observations**##
332 -
228 +## **Critique and Observations**
333 333  1. **Strengths of the Study:**
334 334   - **Largest-ever heritability meta-analysis**, covering nearly all published twin studies.
335 335   - Provides a **comprehensive framework for understanding gene-environment contributions**.
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342 342   - Future research should use **whole-genome sequencing** for finer-grained heritability estimates.
343 343   - **Incorporate non-Western populations** to assess global heritability trends.
344 344  
345 -----
241 +---
346 346  
347 347  ## **Relevance to Subproject**
348 348  - Establishes a **quantitative benchmark for heritability across human traits**.
349 349  - Reinforces **genetic influence on cognitive, behavioral, and physical traits**.
350 -- Highlights the need for **genome-wide studies to identify missing heritability**.##
246 +- Highlights the need for **genome-wide studies to identify missing heritability**.
351 351  
352 -----
248 +---
353 353  
354 -## **Suggestions for Further Exploration**##
355 -
250 +## **Suggestions for Further Exploration**
356 356  1. Investigate how **heritability estimates compare across different socioeconomic backgrounds**.
357 357  2. Examine **gene-environment interactions in cognitive and psychiatric traits**.
358 358  3. Explore **non-additive genetic effects on human traits using newer statistical models**.
359 359  
360 -----
255 +---
361 361  
362 362  ## **Summary of Research Study**
363 -This study presents a **comprehensive meta-analysis of human trait heritability**, covering **over 50 years of twin research**. The findings confirm **genes play a predominant role in shaping human traits**, with an **average heritability of 49%** across all measured characteristics. The research offers **valuable insights into genetic and environmental influences**, guiding future gene-mapping efforts and behavioral genetics studies.##
258 +This study presents a **comprehensive meta-analysis of human trait heritability**, covering **over 50 years of twin research**. The findings confirm **genes play a predominant role in shaping human traits**, with an **average heritability of 49%** across all measured characteristics. The research offers **valuable insights into genetic and environmental influences**, guiding future gene-mapping efforts and behavioral genetics studies.
364 364  
365 365  This summary provides an accessible, at-a-glance overview of the study’s contributions. Please refer to the full paper for in-depth analysis.
366 366  
367 -----
262 +---
368 368  
369 369  ## **📄 Download Full Study**
370 -[[Download Full Study>>attach:10.1038_ng.328.pdf]]##
265 +[[Download Full Study>>attach:10.1038_ng.328.pdf]]
266 +
371 371  {{/expand}}
372 372  
373 373  
374 374  == Study: Genetic Analysis of African Populations: Human Evolution and Complex Disease ==
375 -
376 -{{expand expanded="false" title="Study: Genetic Analysis of African Populations: Human Evolution and Complex Disease"}}
271 +{{expand title="Study: Genetic Analysis of African Populations: Human Evolution and Complex Disease" expanded="false"}}
377 377  **Source:** *Nature Reviews Genetics*
378 378  **Date of Publication:** *2002*
379 379  **Author(s):** *Sarah A. Tishkoff, Scott M. Williams*
380 380  **Title:** *"Genetic Analysis of African Populations: Human Evolution and Complex Disease"*
381 381  **DOI:** [10.1038/nrg865](https://doi.org/10.1038/nrg865)
382 -**Subject Matter:** *Population Genetics, Human Evolution, Complex Diseases* 
277 +**Subject Matter:** *Population Genetics, Human Evolution, Complex Diseases*
383 383  
384 -----
279 +---
385 385  
386 -## **Key Statistics**##
387 -
281 +## **Key Statistics**
388 388  1. **General Observations:**
389 389   - Africa harbors **the highest genetic diversity** of any region, making it key to understanding human evolution.
390 390   - The study analyzes **genetic variation and linkage disequilibrium (LD) in African populations**.
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397 397   - The **effective population size (Ne) of Africans** is higher than that of non-African populations.
398 398   - LD blocks are **shorter in African genomes**, suggesting more historical recombination events.
399 399  
400 -----
294 +---
401 401  
402 -## **Findings**##
403 -
296 +## **Findings**
404 404  1. **Primary Observations:**
405 405   - African populations are the **most genetically diverse**, supporting the *Recent African Origin* hypothesis.
406 406   - Genetic variation in African populations can **help fine-map complex disease genes**.
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413 413   - Admixture in African Americans includes **West African and European genetic contributions**.
414 414   - SNP (single nucleotide polymorphism) diversity in African genomes **exceeds that of non-African groups**.
415 415  
416 -----
309 +---
417 417  
418 -## **Critique and Observations**##
419 -
311 +## **Critique and Observations**
420 420  1. **Strengths of the Study:**
421 421   - Provides **comprehensive genetic analysis** of diverse African populations.
422 422   - Highlights **how genetic diversity impacts health disparities and disease risks**.
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429 429   - Expand research into **underrepresented African populations**.
430 430   - Integrate **whole-genome sequencing for a more detailed evolutionary timeline**.
431 431  
432 -----
324 +---
433 433  
434 434  ## **Relevance to Subproject**
435 435  - Supports **genetic models of human evolution** and the **out-of-Africa hypothesis**.
436 436  - Reinforces **Africa’s key role in disease gene mapping and precision medicine**.
437 -- Provides insight into **historical migration patterns and their genetic impact**.##
329 +- Provides insight into **historical migration patterns and their genetic impact**.
438 438  
439 -----
331 +---
440 440  
441 -## **Suggestions for Further Exploration**##
442 -
333 +## **Suggestions for Further Exploration**
443 443  1. Investigate **genetic adaptations to local environments within Africa**.
444 444  2. Study **the role of African genetic diversity in disease resistance**.
445 445  3. Expand research on **how ancient migration patterns shaped modern genetic structure**.
446 446  
447 -----
338 +---
448 448  
449 449  ## **Summary of Research Study**
450 -This study explores the **genetic diversity of African populations**, analyzing their role in **human evolution and complex disease research**. The findings highlight **Africa’s unique genetic landscape**, confirming it as the most genetically diverse continent. The research provides valuable insights into **how genetic variation influences disease susceptibility, evolution, and population structure**.##
341 +This study explores the **genetic diversity of African populations**, analyzing their role in **human evolution and complex disease research**. The findings highlight **Africa’s unique genetic landscape**, confirming it as the most genetically diverse continent. The research provides valuable insights into **how genetic variation influences disease susceptibility, evolution, and population structure**.
451 451  
452 452  This summary provides an accessible, at-a-glance overview of the study’s contributions. Please refer to the full paper for in-depth analysis.
453 453  
454 -----
345 +---
455 455  
456 456  ## **📄 Download Full Study**
457 -[[Download Full Study>>attach:10.1038_nrg865MODERN.pdf]]##
348 +[[Download Full Study>>attach:10.1038_nrg865MODERN.pdf]]
349 +
458 458  {{/expand}}
459 459  
460 460  
461 461  == Study: Pervasive Findings of Directional Selection in Ancient DNA ==
462 -
463 -{{expand expanded="false" title="Study: Pervasive Findings of Directional Selection in Ancient DNA"}}
354 +{{expand title="Study: Pervasive Findings of Directional Selection in Ancient DNA" expanded="false"}}
464 464  **Source:** *bioRxiv Preprint*
465 465  **Date of Publication:** *September 15, 2024*
466 466  **Author(s):** *Ali Akbari, Alison R. Barton, Steven Gazal, Zheng Li, Mohammadreza Kariminejad, et al.*
467 467  **Title:** *"Pervasive findings of directional selection realize the promise of ancient DNA to elucidate human adaptation"*
468 468  **DOI:** [10.1101/2024.09.14.613021](https://doi.org/10.1101/2024.09.14.613021)
469 -**Subject Matter:** *Genomics, Evolutionary Biology, Natural Selection* 
360 +**Subject Matter:** *Genomics, Evolutionary Biology, Natural Selection*
470 470  
471 -----
362 +---
472 472  
473 -## **Key Statistics**##
474 -
364 +## **Key Statistics**
475 475  1. **General Observations:**
476 476   - Study analyzes **8,433 ancient individuals** from the past **14,000 years**.
477 477   - Identifies **347 genome-wide significant loci** showing strong selection.
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484 484   - **10,000 years of directional selection** affected metabolic, immune, and cognitive traits.
485 485   - **Strong selection signals** found for traits like **skin pigmentation, cognitive function, and immunity**.
486 486  
487 -----
377 +---
488 488  
489 -## **Findings**##
490 -
379 +## **Findings**
491 491  1. **Primary Observations:**
492 492   - **Hundreds of alleles have been subject to directional selection** over recent millennia.
493 493   - Traits like **immune function, metabolism, and cognitive performance** show strong selection.
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501 501   - **Blood type B frequency rose from 0% to 8% in 6,000 years**.
502 502   - **Tuberculosis risk allele** fluctuated from **2% to 9% over 3,000 years before declining**.
503 503  
504 -----
393 +---
505 505  
506 -## **Critique and Observations**##
507 -
395 +## **Critique and Observations**
508 508  1. **Strengths of the Study:**
509 509   - **Largest dataset to date** on natural selection in human ancient DNA.
510 510   - Uses **direct allele frequency tracking instead of indirect measures**.
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517 517   - Expanding research to **other global populations** to assess universal trends.
518 518   - Investigating **long-term evolutionary trade-offs of selected alleles**.
519 519  
520 -----
408 +---
521 521  
522 522  ## **Relevance to Subproject**
523 523  - Provides **direct evidence of long-term genetic adaptation** in human populations.
524 524  - Supports theories on **polygenic selection shaping human cognition, metabolism, and immunity**.
525 -- Highlights **how past selection pressures may still influence modern health and disease prevalence**.##
413 +- Highlights **how past selection pressures may still influence modern health and disease prevalence**.
526 526  
527 -----
415 +---
528 528  
529 -## **Suggestions for Further Exploration**##
530 -
417 +## **Suggestions for Further Exploration**
531 531  1. Examine **selection patterns in non-European populations** for comparison.
532 532  2. Investigate **how environmental and cultural shifts influenced genetic selection**.
533 533  3. Explore **the genetic basis of traits linked to past and present-day human survival**.
534 534  
535 -----
422 +---
536 536  
537 537  ## **Summary of Research Study**
538 -This study examines **how human genetic adaptation has unfolded over 14,000 years**, using a **large dataset of ancient DNA**. It highlights **strong selection on immune function, metabolism, and cognitive traits**, revealing **hundreds of loci affected by directional selection**. The findings emphasize **the power of ancient DNA in tracking human evolution and adaptation**.##
425 +This study examines **how human genetic adaptation has unfolded over 14,000 years**, using a **large dataset of ancient DNA**. It highlights **strong selection on immune function, metabolism, and cognitive traits**, revealing **hundreds of loci affected by directional selection**. The findings emphasize **the power of ancient DNA in tracking human evolution and adaptation**.
539 539  
540 -----
427 +---
541 541  
542 542  ## **📄 Download Full Study**
543 -[[Download Full Study>>attach:10.1101_2024.09.14.613021doi_.pdf]]##
430 +[[Download Full Study>>attach:10.1101_2024.09.14.613021doi_.pdf]]
431 +
544 544  {{/expand}}
545 545  
546 -
547 547  == Study: The Wilson Effect: The Increase in Heritability of IQ With Age ==
548 -
549 -{{expand expanded="false" title="Study: The Wilson Effect: The Increase in Heritability of IQ With Age"}}
435 +{{expand title="Study: The Wilson Effect: The Increase in Heritability of IQ With Age" expanded="false"}}
550 550  **Source:** *Twin Research and Human Genetics (Cambridge University Press)*
551 551  **Date of Publication:** *2013*
552 552  **Author(s):** *Thomas J. Bouchard Jr.*
553 553  **Title:** *"The Wilson Effect: The Increase in Heritability of IQ With Age"*
554 554  **DOI:** [10.1017/thg.2013.54](https://doi.org/10.1017/thg.2013.54)
555 -**Subject Matter:** *Intelligence, Heritability, Developmental Psychology* 
441 +**Subject Matter:** *Intelligence, Heritability, Developmental Psychology*
556 556  
557 -----
443 +---
558 558  
559 -## **Key Statistics**##
560 -
445 +## **Key Statistics**
561 561  1. **General Observations:**
562 562   - The study documents how the **heritability of IQ increases with age**, reaching an asymptote at **0.80 by adulthood**.
563 563   - Analysis is based on **longitudinal twin and adoption studies**.
... ... @@ -570,10 +570,9 @@
570 570   - Data from the **Louisville Longitudinal Twin Study and cross-national twin samples** support findings.
571 571   - IQ stability over time is **influenced more by genetics than by shared environmental factors**.
572 572  
573 -----
458 +---
574 574  
575 -## **Findings**##
576 -
460 +## **Findings**
577 577  1. **Primary Observations:**
578 578   - Intelligence heritability **strengthens throughout development**, contrary to early environmental models.
579 579   - Shared environmental effects **decrease by late adolescence**, emphasizing **genetic influence in adulthood**.
... ... @@ -586,10 +586,9 @@
586 586   - Longitudinal adoption studies show **declining impact of adoptive parental influence on IQ** as children age.
587 587   - Cross-sectional twin data confirm **higher IQ correlations for monozygotic twins in adulthood**.
588 588  
589 -----
473 +---
590 590  
591 -## **Critique and Observations**##
592 -
475 +## **Critique and Observations**
593 593  1. **Strengths of the Study:**
594 594   - **Robust dataset covering multiple twin and adoption studies over decades**.
595 595   - **Clear, replicable trend** demonstrating the increasing role of genetics in intelligence.
... ... @@ -602,49 +602,46 @@
602 602   - Future research should investigate **gene-environment interactions in cognitive aging**.
603 603   - Examine **heritability trends in non-Western populations** to determine cross-cultural consistency.
604 604  
605 -----
488 +---
606 606  
607 607  ## **Relevance to Subproject**
608 608  - Provides **strong evidence for the genetic basis of intelligence**.
609 609  - Highlights the **diminishing role of shared environment in cognitive development**.
610 -- Supports research on **cognitive aging and heritability across the lifespan**.##
493 +- Supports research on **cognitive aging and heritability across the lifespan**.
611 611  
612 -----
495 +---
613 613  
614 -## **Suggestions for Further Exploration**##
615 -
497 +## **Suggestions for Further Exploration**
616 616  1. Investigate **neurogenetic pathways underlying IQ development**.
617 617  2. Examine **how education and socioeconomic factors interact with genetic IQ influences**.
618 618  3. Study **heritability trends in aging populations and cognitive decline**.
619 619  
620 -----
502 +---
621 621  
622 622  ## **Summary of Research Study**
623 -This study documents **The Wilson Effect**, demonstrating how the **heritability of IQ increases throughout development**, reaching a plateau of **0.80 by adulthood**. The findings indicate that **shared environmental effects diminish with age**, while **genetic influences on intelligence strengthen**. Using **longitudinal twin and adoption data**, the research provides **strong empirical support for the increasing role of genetics in cognitive ability over time**.##
505 +This study documents **The Wilson Effect**, demonstrating how the **heritability of IQ increases throughout development**, reaching a plateau of **0.80 by adulthood**. The findings indicate that **shared environmental effects diminish with age**, while **genetic influences on intelligence strengthen**. Using **longitudinal twin and adoption data**, the research provides **strong empirical support for the increasing role of genetics in cognitive ability over time**.
624 624  
625 625  This summary provides an accessible, at-a-glance overview of the study’s contributions. Please refer to the full paper for in-depth analysis.
626 626  
627 -----
509 +---
628 628  
629 629  ## **📄 Download Full Study**
630 -[[Download Full Study>>attach:10.1017_thg.2013.54.pdf]]##
512 +[[Download Full Study>>attach:10.1017_thg.2013.54.pdf]]
513 +
631 631  {{/expand}}
632 632  
633 -
634 634  == Study: Is Homo sapiens polytypic? Human taxonomic diversity and its implications ==
635 -
636 -{{expand expanded="false" title="Study: Is Homo sapiens polytypic? Human taxonomic diversity and its implications"}}
517 +{{expand title="Study: Is Homo sapiens polytypic? Human taxonomic diversity and its implications" expanded="false"}}
637 637  **Source:** *Medical Hypotheses (Elsevier)*
638 638  **Date of Publication:** *2010*
639 639  **Author(s):** *Michael A. Woodley*
640 640  **Title:** *"Is Homo sapiens polytypic? Human taxonomic diversity and its implications"*
641 641  **DOI:** [10.1016/j.mehy.2009.07.046](https://doi.org/10.1016/j.mehy.2009.07.046)
642 -**Subject Matter:** *Human Taxonomy, Evolutionary Biology, Anthropology* 
523 +**Subject Matter:** *Human Taxonomy, Evolutionary Biology, Anthropology*
643 643  
644 -----
525 +---
645 645  
646 -## **Key Statistics**##
647 -
527 +## **Key Statistics**
648 648  1. **General Observations:**
649 649   - The study argues that **Homo sapiens is polytypic**, meaning it consists of multiple subspecies rather than a single monotypic species.
650 650   - Examines **genetic diversity, morphological variation, and evolutionary lineage** in humans.
... ... @@ -657,10 +657,9 @@
657 657   - The study evaluates **FST values (genetic differentiation measure)** and argues that human genetic differentiation is comparable to that of recognized subspecies in other species.
658 658   - Considers **phylogenetic species concepts** in defining human variation.
659 659  
660 -----
540 +---
661 661  
662 -## **Findings**##
663 -
542 +## **Findings**
664 664  1. **Primary Observations:**
665 665   - Proposes that **modern human populations meet biological criteria for subspecies classification**.
666 666   - Highlights **medical and evolutionary implications** of human taxonomic diversity.
... ... @@ -673,10 +673,9 @@
673 673   - Evaluates how **genetic markers correlate with population structure**.
674 674   - Addresses the **controversy over race classification in modern anthropology**.
675 675  
676 -----
555 +---
677 677  
678 -## **Critique and Observations**##
679 -
557 +## **Critique and Observations**
680 680  1. **Strengths of the Study:**
681 681   - Uses **comparative species analysis** to assess human classification.
682 682   - Provides a **biological perspective** on the race concept, moving beyond social constructivism arguments.
... ... @@ -689,49 +689,47 @@
689 689   - Further research should **incorporate whole-genome studies** to refine subspecies classifications.
690 690   - Investigate **how admixture affects taxonomic classification over time**.
691 691  
692 -----
570 +---
693 693  
694 694  ## **Relevance to Subproject**
695 695  - Contributes to discussions on **evolutionary taxonomy and species classification**.
696 696  - Provides evidence on **genetic differentiation among human populations**.
697 -- Highlights **historical and contemporary scientific debates on race and human variation**.##
575 +- Highlights **historical and contemporary scientific debates on race and human variation**.
698 698  
699 -----
577 +---
700 700  
701 -## **Suggestions for Further Exploration**##
702 -
579 +## **Suggestions for Further Exploration**
703 703  1. Examine **FST values in modern and ancient human populations**.
704 704  2. Investigate how **adaptive evolution influences population differentiation**.
705 705  3. Explore **the impact of genetic diversity on medical treatments and disease susceptibility**.
706 706  
707 -----
584 +---
708 708  
709 709  ## **Summary of Research Study**
710 -This study evaluates **whether Homo sapiens should be classified as a polytypic species**, analyzing **genetic diversity, evolutionary lineage, and morphological variation**. Using comparative analysis with other primates and mammals, the research suggests that **human populations meet biological criteria for subspecies classification**, with implications for **evolutionary biology, anthropology, and medicine**.##
587 +This study evaluates **whether Homo sapiens should be classified as a polytypic species**, analyzing **genetic diversity, evolutionary lineage, and morphological variation**. Using comparative analysis with other primates and mammals, the research suggests that **human populations meet biological criteria for subspecies classification**, with implications for **evolutionary biology, anthropology, and medicine**.
711 711  
712 712  This summary provides an accessible, at-a-glance overview of the study’s contributions. Please refer to the full paper for in-depth analysis.
713 713  
714 -----
591 +---
715 715  
716 716  ## **📄 Download Full Study**
717 -[[Download Full Study>>attach:10.1016_j.mehy.2009.07.046.pdf]]##
594 +[[Download Full Study>>attach:10.1016_j.mehy.2009.07.046.pdf]]
595 +
718 718  {{/expand}}
719 719  
720 720  
721 721  == Study: Survey of Expert Opinion on Intelligence: Intelligence Research, Experts' Background, Controversial Issues, and the Media ==
722 -
723 -{{expand expanded="false" title="Study: Survey of Expert Opinion on Intelligence: Intelligence Research, Experts' Background, Controversial Issues, and the Media"}}
600 +{{expand title="Study: Survey of Expert Opinion on Intelligence: Intelligence Research, Experts' Background, Controversial Issues, and the Media" expanded="false"}}
724 724  **Source:** *Intelligence (Elsevier)*
725 725  **Date of Publication:** *2019*
726 726  **Author(s):** *Heiner Rindermann, David Becker, Thomas R. Coyle*
727 727  **Title:** *"Survey of Expert Opinion on Intelligence: Intelligence Research, Experts' Background, Controversial Issues, and the Media"*
728 728  **DOI:** [10.1016/j.intell.2019.101406](https://doi.org/10.1016/j.intell.2019.101406)
729 -**Subject Matter:** *Psychology, Intelligence Research, Expert Analysis* 
606 +**Subject Matter:** *Psychology, Intelligence Research, Expert Analysis*
730 730  
731 -----
608 +---
732 732  
733 -## **Key Statistics**##
734 -
610 +## **Key Statistics**
735 735  1. **General Observations:**
736 736   - Survey of **102 experts** on intelligence research and public discourse.
737 737   - Evaluated experts' backgrounds, political affiliations, and views on controversial topics in intelligence research.
... ... @@ -744,10 +744,9 @@
744 744   - Experts rated media coverage of intelligence research as **poor (avg. 3.1 on a 9-point scale)**.
745 745   - **50% of experts attributed US Black-White IQ differences to genetic factors, 50% to environmental factors**.
746 746  
747 -----
623 +---
748 748  
749 -## **Findings**##
750 -
625 +## **Findings**
751 751  1. **Primary Observations:**
752 752   - Experts overwhelmingly support **the g-factor theory of intelligence**.
753 753   - **Heritability of intelligence** was widely accepted, though views differed on race and group differences.
... ... @@ -760,10 +760,9 @@
760 760   - The study compared **media coverage of intelligence research** with expert opinions.
761 761   - Found a **disconnect between journalists and intelligence researchers**, especially regarding politically sensitive issues.
762 762  
763 -----
638 +---
764 764  
765 -## **Critique and Observations**##
766 -
640 +## **Critique and Observations**
767 767  1. **Strengths of the Study:**
768 768   - **Largest expert survey on intelligence research** to date.
769 769   - Provides insight into **how political orientation influences scientific perspectives**.
... ... @@ -776,49 +776,47 @@
776 776   - Future studies should include **a broader range of global experts**.
777 777   - Additional research needed on **media biases and misrepresentation of intelligence research**.
778 778  
779 -----
653 +---
780 780  
781 781  ## **Relevance to Subproject**
782 782  - Provides insight into **expert consensus and division on intelligence research**.
783 783  - Highlights the **role of media bias** in shaping public perception of intelligence science.
784 -- Useful for understanding **the intersection of science, politics, and public discourse** on intelligence research.##
658 +- Useful for understanding **the intersection of science, politics, and public discourse** on intelligence research.
785 785  
786 -----
660 +---
787 787  
788 -## **Suggestions for Further Exploration**##
789 -
662 +## **Suggestions for Further Exploration**
790 790  1. Examine **cross-national differences** in expert opinions on intelligence.
791 791  2. Investigate how **media bias impacts public understanding of intelligence research**.
792 792  3. Conduct follow-up studies with **a more diverse expert pool** to test findings.
793 793  
794 -----
667 +---
795 795  
796 796  ## **Summary of Research Study**
797 -This study surveys **expert opinions on intelligence research**, analyzing **how backgrounds, political ideologies, and media representation influence perspectives on intelligence**. The findings highlight **divisions in scientific consensus**, particularly on **genetic vs. environmental causes of IQ disparities**. Additionally, the research uncovers **widespread dissatisfaction with media portrayals of intelligence research**, pointing to **the impact of ideological biases on public discourse**.##
670 +This study surveys **expert opinions on intelligence research**, analyzing **how backgrounds, political ideologies, and media representation influence perspectives on intelligence**. The findings highlight **divisions in scientific consensus**, particularly on **genetic vs. environmental causes of IQ disparities**. Additionally, the research uncovers **widespread dissatisfaction with media portrayals of intelligence research**, pointing to **the impact of ideological biases on public discourse**.
798 798  
799 799  This summary provides an accessible, at-a-glance overview of the study’s contributions. Please refer to the full paper for in-depth analysis.
800 800  
801 -----
674 +---
802 802  
803 803  ## **📄 Download Full Study**
804 -[[Download Full Study>>attach:10.1016_j.intell.2019.101406.pdf]]##
677 +[[Download Full Study>>attach:10.1016_j.intell.2019.101406.pdf]]
678 +
805 805  {{/expand}}
806 806  
807 807  
808 808  == Study: A Review of Intelligence GWAS Hits: Their Relationship to Country IQ and the Issue of Spatial Autocorrelation ==
809 -
810 -{{expand expanded="false" title="Study: A Review of Intelligence GWAS Hits: Their Relationship to Country IQ and the Issue of Spatial Autocorrelation"}}
683 +{{expand title="Study: A Review of Intelligence GWAS Hits: Their Relationship to Country IQ and the Issue of Spatial Autocorrelation" expanded="false"}}
811 811  **Source:** *Intelligence (Elsevier)*
812 812  **Date of Publication:** *2015*
813 813  **Author(s):** *Davide Piffer*
814 814  **Title:** *"A Review of Intelligence GWAS Hits: Their Relationship to Country IQ and the Issue of Spatial Autocorrelation"*
815 815  **DOI:** [10.1016/j.intell.2015.08.008](https://doi.org/10.1016/j.intell.2015.08.008)
816 -**Subject Matter:** *Genetics, Intelligence, GWAS, Population Differences* 
689 +**Subject Matter:** *Genetics, Intelligence, GWAS, Population Differences*
817 817  
818 -----
691 +---
819 819  
820 -## **Key Statistics**##
821 -
693 +## **Key Statistics**
822 822  1. **General Observations:**
823 823   - Study analyzed **genome-wide association studies (GWAS) hits** linked to intelligence.
824 824   - Found a **strong correlation (r = .91) between polygenic intelligence scores and national IQ levels**.
... ... @@ -831,10 +831,9 @@
831 831   - GWAS intelligence SNPs predicted **IQ levels more strongly than random genetic markers**.
832 832   - Genetic differentiation (Fst values) showed that **selection pressure, rather than drift, influenced intelligence-related allele distributions**.
833 833  
834 -----
706 +---
835 835  
836 -## **Findings**##
837 -
708 +## **Findings**
838 838  1. **Primary Observations:**
839 839   - Intelligence-associated SNP frequencies correlate **highly with national IQ levels**.
840 840   - Genetic selection for intelligence appears **stronger than selection for height-related genes**.
... ... @@ -847,10 +847,9 @@
847 847   - Polygenic scores using **intelligence-related alleles significantly outperformed random SNPs** in predicting IQ.
848 848   - Selection pressures **may explain differences in global intelligence distribution** beyond genetic drift effects.
849 849  
850 -----
721 +---
851 851  
852 -## **Critique and Observations**##
853 -
723 +## **Critique and Observations**
854 854  1. **Strengths of the Study:**
855 855   - **Comprehensive genetic analysis** of intelligence-linked SNPs.
856 856   - Uses **multiple statistical methods (factor analysis, Fst analysis) to confirm results**.
... ... @@ -863,37 +863,35 @@
863 863   - Larger **cross-population GWAS studies** needed to validate findings.
864 864   - Investigate **non-genetic contributors to IQ variance** in addition to genetic factors.
865 865  
866 -----
736 +---
867 867  
868 868  ## **Relevance to Subproject**
869 869  - Supports research on **genetic influences on intelligence at a population level**.
870 870  - Aligns with broader discussions on **cognitive genetics and natural selection effects**.
871 -- Provides a **quantitative framework for analyzing polygenic selection in intelligence studies**.##
741 +- Provides a **quantitative framework for analyzing polygenic selection in intelligence studies**.
872 872  
873 -----
743 +---
874 874  
875 -## **Suggestions for Further Exploration**##
876 -
745 +## **Suggestions for Further Exploration**
877 877  1. Conduct **expanded GWAS studies** including diverse populations.
878 878  2. Investigate **gene-environment interactions influencing intelligence**.
879 879  3. Explore **historical selection pressures shaping intelligence-related alleles**.
880 880  
881 -----
750 +---
882 882  
883 883  ## **Summary of Research Study**
884 -This study reviews **genome-wide association study (GWAS) findings on intelligence**, demonstrating a **strong correlation between polygenic intelligence scores and national IQ levels**. The research highlights how **genetic selection may explain population-level cognitive differences beyond genetic drift effects**. Intelligence-linked alleles showed **higher variability across populations than height-related alleles**, suggesting stronger selection pressures.  ##
753 +This study reviews **genome-wide association study (GWAS) findings on intelligence**, demonstrating a **strong correlation between polygenic intelligence scores and national IQ levels**. The research highlights how **genetic selection may explain population-level cognitive differences beyond genetic drift effects**. Intelligence-linked alleles showed **higher variability across populations than height-related alleles**, suggesting stronger selection pressures.
885 885  
886 886  This summary provides an accessible, at-a-glance overview of the study’s contributions. Please refer to the full paper for in-depth analysis.
887 887  
888 -----
757 +---
889 889  
890 890  ## **📄 Download Full Study**
891 -[[Download Full Study>>attach:10.1016_j.intell.2015.08.008.pdf]]##
760 +[[Download Full Study>>attach:10.1016_j.intell.2015.08.008.pdf]]
761 +
892 892  {{/expand}}
893 893  
894 -
895 895  == Study: Genetic Structure, Self-Identified Race/Ethnicity, and Confounding ==
896 -
897 897  {{expand expanded="false" title="Click here to expand details"}}
898 898  **Source:** Journal of Genetic Epidemiology
899 899  **Date of Publication:** 2024-01-15
... ... @@ -900,11 +900,11 @@
900 900  **Author(s):** Smith et al.
901 901  **Title:** "Genetic Structure, Self-Identified Race/Ethnicity, and Confounding in Case-Control Association Studies"
902 902  **DOI:** [https://doi.org/10.1037/1076-8971.11.2.235](https://doi.org/10.1037/1076-8971.11.2.235)
903 -**Subject Matter:** Genetics, Social Science 
771 +**Subject Matter:** Genetics, Social Science
904 904  
905 905  **Tags:** `Genetics` `Race & Ethnicity` `Biomedical Research`
906 906  
907 - **Key Statistics**
775 +=== **Key Statistics** ===
908 908  
909 909  1. **General Observations:**
910 910   - A near-perfect alignment between self-identified race/ethnicity (SIRE) and genetic ancestry was observed.
... ... @@ -914,12 +914,12 @@
914 914   - Four groups analyzed: **White, African American, East Asian, and Hispanic**.
915 915   - Hispanic genetic clusters showed significant European and Native American lineage.
916 916  
917 - **Findings**
785 +=== **Findings** ===
918 918  
919 919  - Self-identified race strongly aligns with genetic ancestry.
920 920  - Minor discrepancies exist but do not significantly impact classification.
921 921  
922 - **Relevance to Subproject**
790 +=== **Relevance to Subproject** ===
923 923  
924 924  - Reinforces the reliability of **self-reported racial identity** in genetic research.
925 925  - Highlights **policy considerations** in biomedical studies.
... ... @@ -926,25 +926,22 @@
926 926  {{/expand}}
927 927  
928 928  
929 -----
797 +---
930 930  
931 931  = Dating and Interpersonal Relationships =
932 932  
933 -
934 934  == Study: Trends in Frequency of Sexual Activity and Number of Sexual Partners Among Adults Aged 18 to 44 Years in the US, 2000-2018 ==
935 -
936 -{{expand expanded="false" title="Study: Trends in Frequency of Sexual Activity and Number of Sexual Partners Among Adults Aged 18 to 44 Years in the US, 2000-2018"}}
802 +{{expand title="Study: Trends in Frequency of Sexual Activity and Number of Sexual Partners Among Adults Aged 18 to 44 Years in the US, 2000-2018" expanded="false"}}
937 937  **Source:** *JAMA Network Open*
938 938  **Date of Publication:** *2020*
939 939  **Author(s):** *Ueda P, Mercer CH, Ghaznavi C, Herbenick D.*
940 940  **Title:** *"Trends in Frequency of Sexual Activity and Number of Sexual Partners Among Adults Aged 18 to 44 Years in the US, 2000-2018"*
941 941  **DOI:** [10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2020.3833](https://doi.org/10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2020.3833)
942 -**Subject Matter:** *Public Health, Sexual Behavior, Demography* 
808 +**Subject Matter:** *Public Health, Sexual Behavior, Demography*
943 943  
944 -----
810 +---
945 945  
946 -## **Key Statistics**##
947 -
812 +## **Key Statistics**
948 948  1. **General Observations:**
949 949   - Study analyzed **General Social Survey (2000-2018)** data.
950 950   - Found **declining trends in sexual activity** among young adults.
... ... @@ -957,10 +957,9 @@
957 957   - Frequency of sexual activity decreased by **8-10%** over the studied period.
958 958   - Number of sexual partners remained **relatively stable** despite declining activity rates.
959 959  
960 -----
825 +---
961 961  
962 -## **Findings**##
963 -
827 +## **Findings**
964 964  1. **Primary Observations:**
965 965   - A significant decline in sexual frequency, especially among **younger men**.
966 966   - Shifts in relationship dynamics and economic stressors may contribute to the trend.
... ... @@ -973,10 +973,9 @@
973 973   - **Mental health and employment status** were correlated with decreased activity.
974 974   - Social factors such as **screen time and digital entertainment consumption** are potential contributors.
975 975  
976 -----
840 +---
977 977  
978 -## **Critique and Observations**##
979 -
842 +## **Critique and Observations**
980 980  1. **Strengths of the Study:**
981 981   - **Large sample size** from a nationally representative dataset.
982 982   - **Longitudinal design** enables trend analysis over time.
... ... @@ -989,27 +989,26 @@
989 989   - Further studies should incorporate **qualitative data** on behavioral shifts.
990 990   - Additional factors such as **economic shifts and social media usage** need exploration.
991 991  
992 -----
855 +---
993 993  
994 994  ## **Relevance to Subproject**
995 995  - Provides evidence on **changing demographic behaviors** in relation to relationships and social interactions.
996 -- Highlights the role of **mental health, employment, and societal changes** in personal behaviors.##
859 +- Highlights the role of **mental health, employment, and societal changes** in personal behaviors.
997 997  
998 -----
861 +---
999 999  
1000 -## **Suggestions for Further Exploration**##
1001 -
863 +## **Suggestions for Further Exploration**
1002 1002  1. Investigate the **impact of digital media consumption** on relationship dynamics.
1003 1003  2. Examine **regional and cultural differences** in sexual activity trends.
1004 1004  
1005 -----
867 +---
1006 1006  
1007 1007  ## **Summary of Research Study**
1008 -This study examines **trends in sexual frequency and number of partners among U.S. adults (2000-2018)**, highlighting significant **declines in sexual activity, particularly among young men**. The research utilized **General Social Survey data** to analyze the impact of **sociodemographic factors, employment status, and mental well-being** on sexual behavior.  ##
870 +This study examines **trends in sexual frequency and number of partners among U.S. adults (2000-2018)**, highlighting significant **declines in sexual activity, particularly among young men**. The research utilized **General Social Survey data** to analyze the impact of **sociodemographic factors, employment status, and mental well-being** on sexual behavior.
1009 1009  
1010 1010  This summary provides an accessible, at-a-glance overview of the study's contributions. Please refer to the full paper for in-depth analysis.
1011 1011  
1012 -----
874 +---
1013 1013  
1014 1014  ## **📄 Download Full Study**
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1024 1024  
1025 1025  
1026 1026  == Study: Biracial Couples and Adverse Birth Outcomes – A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis ==
1027 -
1028 -{{expand expanded="false" title="Study: Biracial Couples and Adverse Birth Outcomes – A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis"}}
891 +{{expand title="Study: Biracial Couples and Adverse Birth Outcomes – A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis" expanded="false"}}
1029 1029  **Source:** *Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica*
1030 1030  **Date of Publication:** *2012*
1031 1031  **Author(s):** *Ravisha M. Srinivasjois, Shreya Shah, Prakesh S. Shah, Knowledge Synthesis Group on Determinants of Preterm/LBW Births*
1032 1032  **Title:** *"Biracial Couples and Adverse Birth Outcomes: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis"*
1033 1033  **DOI:** [10.1111/j.1600-0412.2012.01501.x](https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1600-0412.2012.01501.x)
1034 -**Subject Matter:** *Neonatal Health, Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Racial Disparities* 
897 +**Subject Matter:** *Neonatal Health, Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Racial Disparities*
1035 1035  
1036 -----
899 +---
1037 1037  
1038 -## **Key Statistics**##
1039 -
901 +## **Key Statistics**
1040 1040  1. **General Observations:**
1041 1041   - Meta-analysis of **26,335,596 singleton births** from eight studies.
1042 1042   - **Higher risk of adverse birth outcomes in biracial couples** than White couples, but lower than Black couples.
... ... @@ -1051,10 +1051,9 @@
1051 1051   - **Preterm births (PTB):** WMBF (1.17), BMWF (1.37), BMBF (1.78).
1052 1052   - **Stillbirths:** WMBF (1.43), BMWF (1.51), BMBF (1.85).
1053 1053  
1054 -----
916 +---
1055 1055  
1056 -## **Findings**##
1057 -
918 +## **Findings**
1058 1058  1. **Primary Observations:**
1059 1059   - **Biracial couples face a gradient of risk**: higher than White couples but lower than Black couples.
1060 1060   - **Maternal race plays a more significant role** in pregnancy outcomes.
... ... @@ -1067,10 +1067,9 @@
1067 1067   - The **weathering hypothesis** suggests that **long-term stress exposure** contributes to higher adverse birth risks in Black mothers.
1068 1068   - **Genetic and environmental factors** may interact to influence birth outcomes.
1069 1069  
1070 -----
931 +---
1071 1071  
1072 -## **Critique and Observations**##
1073 -
933 +## **Critique and Observations**
1074 1074  1. **Strengths of the Study:**
1075 1075   - **Largest meta-analysis** on racial disparities in birth outcomes.
1076 1076   - Uses **adjusted statistical models** to account for confounding variables.
... ... @@ -1083,47 +1083,45 @@
1083 1083   - Future studies should examine **Asian, Hispanic, and Indigenous biracial couples**.
1084 1084   - Investigate **long-term health effects on infants from biracial pregnancies**.
1085 1085  
1086 -----
946 +---
1087 1087  
1088 1088  ## **Relevance to Subproject**
1089 1089  - Provides **critical insights into racial disparities** in maternal and infant health.
1090 1090  - Supports **research on genetic and environmental influences on neonatal health**.
1091 -- Highlights **how maternal race plays a more significant role than paternal race** in birth outcomes.##
951 +- Highlights **how maternal race plays a more significant role than paternal race** in birth outcomes.
1092 1092  
1093 -----
953 +---
1094 1094  
1095 -## **Suggestions for Further Exploration**##
1096 -
955 +## **Suggestions for Further Exploration**
1097 1097  1. Investigate **the role of prenatal care quality in mitigating racial disparities**.
1098 1098  2. Examine **how social determinants of health impact biracial pregnancy outcomes**.
1099 1099  3. Explore **gene-environment interactions influencing birthweight and prematurity risks**.
1100 1100  
1101 -----
960 +---
1102 1102  
1103 1103  ## **Summary of Research Study**
1104 -This meta-analysis examines **the impact of biracial parentage on birth outcomes**, showing that **biracial couples face a higher risk of adverse pregnancy outcomes than White couples but lower than Black couples**. The findings emphasize **maternal race as a key factor in birth risks**, with **Black mothers having the highest rates of preterm birth and low birthweight, regardless of paternal race**.##
963 +This meta-analysis examines **the impact of biracial parentage on birth outcomes**, showing that **biracial couples face a higher risk of adverse pregnancy outcomes than White couples but lower than Black couples**. The findings emphasize **maternal race as a key factor in birth risks**, with **Black mothers having the highest rates of preterm birth and low birthweight, regardless of paternal race**.
1105 1105  
1106 -----
965 +---
1107 1107  
1108 1108  ## **📄 Download Full Study**
1109 -[[Download Full Study>>attach:10.1111_j.1600-0412.2012.01501.xAbstract.pdf]]##
968 +[[Download Full Study>>attach:10.1111_j.1600-0412.2012.01501.xAbstract.pdf]]
969 +
1110 1110  {{/expand}}
1111 1111  
1112 1112  
1113 1113  == Study: One is the Loneliest Number: Involuntary Celibacy (Incel), Mental Health, and Loneliness ==
1114 -
1115 -{{expand expanded="false" title="Study: One is the Loneliest Number: Involuntary Celibacy (Incel), Mental Health, and Loneliness"}}
974 +{{expand title="Study: One is the Loneliest Number: Involuntary Celibacy (Incel), Mental Health, and Loneliness" expanded="false"}}
1116 1116  **Source:** *Current Psychology*
1117 1117  **Date of Publication:** *2024*
1118 1118  **Author(s):** *Brandon Sparks, Alexandra M. Zidenberg, Mark E. Olver*
1119 1119  **Title:** *"One is the Loneliest Number: Involuntary Celibacy (Incel), Mental Health, and Loneliness"*
1120 1120  **DOI:** [10.1007/s12144-023-04275-z](https://doi.org/10.1007/s12144-023-04275-z)
1121 -**Subject Matter:** *Psychology, Mental Health, Social Isolation* 
980 +**Subject Matter:** *Psychology, Mental Health, Social Isolation*
1122 1122  
1123 -----
982 +---
1124 1124  
1125 -## **Key Statistics**##
1126 -
984 +## **Key Statistics**
1127 1127  1. **General Observations:**
1128 1128   - Study analyzed **67 self-identified incels** and **103 non-incel men**.
1129 1129   - Incels reported **higher loneliness and lower social support** compared to non-incels.
... ... @@ -1136,10 +1136,9 @@
1136 1136   - 95% of incels in the study reported **having depression**, with 38% receiving a formal diagnosis.
1137 1137   - **Higher externalization of blame** was linked to stronger incel identification.
1138 1138  
1139 -----
997 +---
1140 1140  
1141 -## **Findings**##
1142 -
999 +## **Findings**
1143 1143  1. **Primary Observations:**
1144 1144   - Incels experience **heightened rejection sensitivity and loneliness**.
1145 1145   - Lack of social support correlates with **worse mental health outcomes**.
... ... @@ -1152,10 +1152,9 @@
1152 1152   - Incels **engaged in fewer positive coping mechanisms** such as emotional support or positive reframing.
1153 1153   - Instead, they relied on **solitary coping strategies**, worsening their isolation.
1154 1154  
1155 -----
1012 +---
1156 1156  
1157 -## **Critique and Observations**##
1158 -
1014 +## **Critique and Observations**
1159 1159  1. **Strengths of the Study:**
1160 1160   - **First quantitative study** on incels’ social isolation and mental health.
1161 1161   - **Robust sample size** and validated psychological measures.
... ... @@ -1168,52 +1168,131 @@
1168 1168   - Future studies should **compare incel forum users vs. non-users**.
1169 1169   - Investigate **potential intervention strategies** for social integration.
1170 1170  
1171 -----
1027 +---
1172 1172  
1173 1173  ## **Relevance to Subproject**
1174 1174  - Highlights **mental health vulnerabilities** within the incel community.
1175 1175  - Supports research on **loneliness, attachment styles, and social dominance orientation**.
1176 -- Examines how **peer rejection influences self-perceived mate value**.##
1032 +- Examines how **peer rejection influences self-perceived mate value**.
1177 1177  
1178 -----
1034 +---
1179 1179  
1180 -## **Suggestions for Further Exploration**##
1181 -
1036 +## **Suggestions for Further Exploration**
1182 1182  1. Explore how **online community participation** affects incel mental health.
1183 1183  2. Investigate **cognitive biases** influencing self-perceived rejection among incels.
1184 1184  3. Assess **therapeutic interventions** to address incel social isolation.
1185 1185  
1186 -----
1041 +---
1187 1187  
1188 1188  ## **Summary of Research Study**
1189 -This study examines the **psychological characteristics of self-identified incels**, comparing them with non-incel men in terms of **mental health, loneliness, and coping strategies**. The research found **higher depression, anxiety, and avoidant attachment styles among incels**, as well as **greater reliance on solitary coping mechanisms**. It suggests that **lack of social support plays a critical role in exacerbating incel identity and related mental health concerns**.##
1044 +This study examines the **psychological characteristics of self-identified incels**, comparing them with non-incel men in terms of **mental health, loneliness, and coping strategies**. The research found **higher depression, anxiety, and avoidant attachment styles among incels**, as well as **greater reliance on solitary coping mechanisms**. It suggests that **lack of social support plays a critical role in exacerbating incel identity and related mental health concerns**.
1190 1190  
1191 1191  This summary provides an accessible, at-a-glance overview of the study’s contributions. Please refer to the full paper for in-depth analysis.
1192 1192  
1193 -----
1048 +---
1194 1194  
1195 1195  ## **📄 Download Full Study**
1196 -[[Download Full Study>>attach:10.1007_s12144-023-04275-z.pdf]]##
1051 +[[Download Full Study>>attach:10.1007_s12144-023-04275-z.pdf]]
1052 +
1197 1197  {{/expand}}
1198 1198  
1199 1199  
1200 1200  = Crime and Substance Abuse =
1201 1201  
1058 +== Study: Cross-Cultural Sources of Measurement Error in Substance Use Surveys ==
1059 +{{expand title="Study: Cross-Cultural Sources of Measurement Error in Substance Use Surveys" expanded="false"}}
1060 +**Source:** *Substance Use & Misuse*
1061 +**Date of Publication:** *2003*
1062 +**Author(s):** *Timothy P. Johnson, Phillip J. Bowman*
1063 +**Title:** *"Cross-Cultural Sources of Measurement Error in Substance Use Surveys"*
1064 +**DOI:** [10.1081/JA-120023394](https://doi.org/10.1081/JA-120023394)
1065 +**Subject Matter:** *Survey Methodology, Racial Disparities, Substance Use Research*
1202 1202  
1203 -== Study: Factors Associated with Completion of a Drug Treatment Court Diversion Program ==
1067 +---
1204 1204  
1205 -{{expand expanded="false" title="Study: Factors Associated with Completion of a Drug Treatment Court Diversion Program"}}
1069 +## **Key Statistics**
1070 +1. **General Observations:**
1071 + - Study examined **how racial and cultural factors influence self-reported substance use data**.
1072 + - Analyzed **36 empirical studies from 1977–2003** on survey reliability across racial/ethnic groups.
1073 +
1074 +2. **Subgroup Analysis:**
1075 + - Black and Latino respondents **were more likely to underreport drug use** compared to White respondents.
1076 + - **Cultural stigma and distrust in research institutions** affected self-report accuracy.
1077 +
1078 +3. **Other Significant Data Points:**
1079 + - **Surveys using biological validation (urinalysis, hair tests) revealed underreporting trends**.
1080 + - **Higher recantation rates** (denying past drug use) were observed among minority respondents.
1081 +
1082 +---
1083 +
1084 +## **Findings**
1085 +1. **Primary Observations:**
1086 + - Racial/ethnic disparities in **substance use reporting bias survey-based research**.
1087 + - **Social desirability and cultural norms impact data reliability**.
1088 +
1089 +2. **Subgroup Trends:**
1090 + - White respondents were **more likely to overreport** substance use.
1091 + - Black and Latino respondents **had higher recantation rates**, particularly in face-to-face interviews.
1092 +
1093 +3. **Specific Case Analysis:**
1094 + - Mode of survey administration **significantly influenced reporting accuracy**.
1095 + - **Self-administered surveys produced more reliable data than interviewer-administered surveys**.
1096 +
1097 +---
1098 +
1099 +## **Critique and Observations**
1100 +1. **Strengths of the Study:**
1101 + - **Comprehensive review of 36 studies** on measurement error in substance use reporting.
1102 + - Identifies **systemic biases affecting racial/ethnic survey reliability**.
1103 +
1104 +2. **Limitations of the Study:**
1105 + - Relies on **secondary data analysis**, limiting direct experimental control.
1106 + - Does not explore **how measurement error impacts policy decisions**.
1107 +
1108 +3. **Suggestions for Improvement:**
1109 + - Future research should **incorporate mixed-method approaches** (qualitative & quantitative).
1110 + - Investigate **how survey design can reduce racial reporting disparities**.
1111 +
1112 +---
1113 +
1114 +## **Relevance to Subproject**
1115 +- Supports research on **racial disparities in self-reported health behaviors**.
1116 +- Highlights **survey methodology issues that impact substance use epidemiology**.
1117 +- Provides insights for **improving data accuracy in public health research**.
1118 +
1119 +---
1120 +
1121 +## **Suggestions for Further Exploration**
1122 +1. Investigate **how survey design impacts racial disparities in self-reported health data**.
1123 +2. Study **alternative data collection methods (biometric validation, passive data tracking)**.
1124 +3. Explore **the role of social stigma in self-reported health behaviors**.
1125 +
1126 +---
1127 +
1128 +## **Summary of Research Study**
1129 +This study examines **cross-cultural biases in self-reported substance use surveys**, showing that **racial/ethnic minorities are more likely to underreport drug use** due to **social stigma, research distrust, and survey administration methods**. The findings highlight **critical issues in public health data collection and the need for improved survey design**.
1130 +
1131 +This summary provides an accessible, at-a-glance overview of the study’s contributions. Please refer to the full paper for in-depth analysis.
1132 +
1133 +---
1134 +
1135 +## **📄 Download Full Study**
1136 +[[Download Full Study>>attach:10.1081_JA-120023394.pdf]]
1137 +
1138 +{{/expand}}
1139 +
1140 +== Study: Factors Associated with Completion of a Drug Treatment Court Diversion Program ==
1141 +{{expand title="Study: Factors Associated with Completion of a Drug Treatment Court Diversion Program" expanded="false"}}
1206 1206  **Source:** *Substance Use & Misuse*
1207 1207  **Date of Publication:** *2002*
1208 1208  **Author(s):** *Clifford A. Butzin, Christine A. Saum, Frank R. Scarpitti*
1209 1209  **Title:** *"Factors Associated with Completion of a Drug Treatment Court Diversion Program"*
1210 1210  **DOI:** [10.1081/JA-120014424](https://doi.org/10.1081/JA-120014424)
1211 -**Subject Matter:** *Substance Use, Criminal Justice, Drug Courts* 
1147 +**Subject Matter:** *Substance Use, Criminal Justice, Drug Courts*
1212 1212  
1213 -----
1149 +---
1214 1214  
1215 -## **Key Statistics**##
1216 -
1151 +## **Key Statistics**
1217 1217  1. **General Observations:**
1218 1218   - Study examined **drug treatment court success rates** among first-time offenders.
1219 1219   - Strongest predictors of **successful completion were employment status and race**.
... ... @@ -1226,10 +1226,9 @@
1226 1226   - **Education level was positively correlated** with program completion.
1227 1227   - Frequency of **drug use before enrollment affected treatment outcomes**.
1228 1228  
1229 -----
1164 +---
1230 1230  
1231 -## **Findings**##
1232 -
1166 +## **Findings**
1233 1233  1. **Primary Observations:**
1234 1234   - **Social stability factors** (employment, education) were key to treatment success.
1235 1235   - **Race and pre-existing substance use patterns** influenced completion rates.
... ... @@ -1242,10 +1242,9 @@
1242 1242   - **Individuals with strong social ties were more likely to finish the program**.
1243 1243   - Success rates were **significantly higher for participants with case management support**.
1244 1244  
1245 -----
1179 +---
1246 1246  
1247 -## **Critique and Observations**##
1248 -
1181 +## **Critique and Observations**
1249 1249  1. **Strengths of the Study:**
1250 1250   - **First empirical study on drug court program success factors**.
1251 1251   - Uses **longitudinal data** for post-treatment analysis.
... ... @@ -1258,49 +1258,46 @@
1258 1258   - Future research should examine **racial disparities in drug court outcomes**.
1259 1259   - Study **how community resources impact long-term recovery**.
1260 1260  
1261 -----
1194 +---
1262 1262  
1263 1263  ## **Relevance to Subproject**
1264 1264  - Provides insight into **what factors contribute to drug court program success**.
1265 1265  - Highlights **racial disparities in criminal justice-based rehabilitation programs**.
1266 -- Supports **policy discussions on improving access to drug treatment for marginalized groups**.##
1199 +- Supports **policy discussions on improving access to drug treatment for marginalized groups**.
1267 1267  
1268 -----
1201 +---
1269 1269  
1270 -## **Suggestions for Further Exploration**##
1271 -
1203 +## **Suggestions for Further Exploration**
1272 1272  1. Investigate **the role of mental health in drug court success rates**.
1273 1273  2. Assess **long-term relapse prevention strategies post-treatment**.
1274 1274  3. Explore **alternative diversion programs beyond traditional drug courts**.
1275 1275  
1276 -----
1208 +---
1277 1277  
1278 1278  ## **Summary of Research Study**
1279 -This study examines **factors influencing the completion of drug treatment court programs**, identifying **employment, education, and race as key predictors**. The research underscores **systemic disparities in drug court outcomes**, emphasizing the need for **improved support systems for at-risk populations**.##
1211 +This study examines **factors influencing the completion of drug treatment court programs**, identifying **employment, education, and race as key predictors**. The research underscores **systemic disparities in drug court outcomes**, emphasizing the need for **improved support systems for at-risk populations**.
1280 1280  
1281 1281  This summary provides an accessible, at-a-glance overview of the study’s contributions. Please refer to the full paper for in-depth analysis.
1282 1282  
1283 -----
1215 +---
1284 1284  
1285 1285  ## **📄 Download Full Study**
1286 -[[Download Full Study>>attach:10.1081_JA-120014424.pdf]]##
1218 +[[Download Full Study>>attach:10.1081_JA-120014424.pdf]]
1219 +
1287 1287  {{/expand}}
1288 1288  
1289 -
1290 1290  == Study: Cross-Cultural Sources of Measurement Error in Substance Use Surveys ==
1291 -
1292 -{{expand expanded="false" title="Study: Cross-Cultural Sources of Measurement Error in Substance Use Surveys"}}
1223 +{{expand title="Study: Cross-Cultural Sources of Measurement Error in Substance Use Surveys" expanded="false"}}
1293 1293  **Source:** *Substance Use & Misuse*
1294 1294  **Date of Publication:** *2003*
1295 1295  **Author(s):** *Timothy P. Johnson, Phillip J. Bowman*
1296 1296  **Title:** *"Cross-Cultural Sources of Measurement Error in Substance Use Surveys"*
1297 1297  **DOI:** [10.1081/JA-120023394](https://doi.org/10.1081/JA-120023394)
1298 -**Subject Matter:** *Survey Methodology, Racial Disparities, Substance Use Research* 
1229 +**Subject Matter:** *Survey Methodology, Racial Disparities, Substance Use Research*
1299 1299  
1300 -----
1231 +---
1301 1301  
1302 -## **Key Statistics**##
1303 -
1233 +## **Key Statistics**
1304 1304  1. **General Observations:**
1305 1305   - Study examined **how racial and cultural factors influence self-reported substance use data**.
1306 1306   - Analyzed **36 empirical studies from 1977–2003** on survey reliability across racial/ethnic groups.
... ... @@ -1313,10 +1313,9 @@
1313 1313   - **Surveys using biological validation (urinalysis, hair tests) revealed underreporting trends**.
1314 1314   - **Higher recantation rates** (denying past drug use) were observed among minority respondents.
1315 1315  
1316 -----
1246 +---
1317 1317  
1318 -## **Findings**##
1319 -
1248 +## **Findings**
1320 1320  1. **Primary Observations:**
1321 1321   - Racial/ethnic disparities in **substance use reporting bias survey-based research**.
1322 1322   - **Social desirability and cultural norms impact data reliability**.
... ... @@ -1329,10 +1329,9 @@
1329 1329   - Mode of survey administration **significantly influenced reporting accuracy**.
1330 1330   - **Self-administered surveys produced more reliable data than interviewer-administered surveys**.
1331 1331  
1332 -----
1261 +---
1333 1333  
1334 -## **Critique and Observations**##
1335 -
1263 +## **Critique and Observations**
1336 1336  1. **Strengths of the Study:**
1337 1337   - **Comprehensive review of 36 studies** on measurement error in substance use reporting.
1338 1338   - Identifies **systemic biases affecting racial/ethnic survey reliability**.
... ... @@ -1345,49 +1345,47 @@
1345 1345   - Future research should **incorporate mixed-method approaches** (qualitative & quantitative).
1346 1346   - Investigate **how survey design can reduce racial reporting disparities**.
1347 1347  
1348 -----
1276 +---
1349 1349  
1350 1350  ## **Relevance to Subproject**
1351 1351  - Supports research on **racial disparities in self-reported health behaviors**.
1352 1352  - Highlights **survey methodology issues that impact substance use epidemiology**.
1353 -- Provides insights for **improving data accuracy in public health research**.##
1281 +- Provides insights for **improving data accuracy in public health research**.
1354 1354  
1355 -----
1283 +---
1356 1356  
1357 -## **Suggestions for Further Exploration**##
1358 -
1285 +## **Suggestions for Further Exploration**
1359 1359  1. Investigate **how survey design impacts racial disparities in self-reported health data**.
1360 1360  2. Study **alternative data collection methods (biometric validation, passive data tracking)**.
1361 1361  3. Explore **the role of social stigma in self-reported health behaviors**.
1362 1362  
1363 -----
1290 +---
1364 1364  
1365 1365  ## **Summary of Research Study**
1366 -This study examines **cross-cultural biases in self-reported substance use surveys**, showing that **racial/ethnic minorities are more likely to underreport drug use** due to **social stigma, research distrust, and survey administration methods**. The findings highlight **critical issues in public health data collection and the need for improved survey design**.##
1293 +This study examines **cross-cultural biases in self-reported substance use surveys**, showing that **racial/ethnic minorities are more likely to underreport drug use** due to **social stigma, research distrust, and survey administration methods**. The findings highlight **critical issues in public health data collection and the need for improved survey design**.
1367 1367  
1368 1368  This summary provides an accessible, at-a-glance overview of the study’s contributions. Please refer to the full paper for in-depth analysis.
1369 1369  
1370 -----
1297 +---
1371 1371  
1372 1372  ## **📄 Download Full Study**
1373 -[[Download Full Study>>attach:10.1081_JA-120023394.pdf]]##
1300 +[[Download Full Study>>attach:10.1081_JA-120023394.pdf]]
1301 +
1374 1374  {{/expand}}
1375 1375  
1376 1376  
1377 1377  == Study: Factors Associated with Completion of a Drug Treatment Court Diversion Program ==
1378 -
1379 -{{expand expanded="false" title="Study: Factors Associated with Completion of a Drug Treatment Court Diversion Program"}}
1306 +{{expand title="Study: Factors Associated with Completion of a Drug Treatment Court Diversion Program" expanded="false"}}
1380 1380  **Source:** *Substance Use & Misuse*
1381 1381  **Date of Publication:** *2002*
1382 1382  **Author(s):** *Clifford A. Butzin, Christine A. Saum, Frank R. Scarpitti*
1383 1383  **Title:** *"Factors Associated with Completion of a Drug Treatment Court Diversion Program"*
1384 1384  **DOI:** [10.1081/JA-120014424](https://doi.org/10.1081/JA-120014424)
1385 -**Subject Matter:** *Substance Use, Criminal Justice, Drug Courts* 
1312 +**Subject Matter:** *Substance Use, Criminal Justice, Drug Courts*
1386 1386  
1387 -----
1314 +---
1388 1388  
1389 -## **Key Statistics**##
1390 -
1316 +## **Key Statistics**
1391 1391  1. **General Observations:**
1392 1392   - Study examined **drug treatment court success rates** among first-time offenders.
1393 1393   - Strongest predictors of **successful completion were employment status and race**.
... ... @@ -1400,10 +1400,9 @@
1400 1400   - **Education level was positively correlated** with program completion.
1401 1401   - Frequency of **drug use before enrollment affected treatment outcomes**.
1402 1402  
1403 -----
1329 +---
1404 1404  
1405 -## **Findings**##
1406 -
1331 +## **Findings**
1407 1407  1. **Primary Observations:**
1408 1408   - **Social stability factors** (employment, education) were key to treatment success.
1409 1409   - **Race and pre-existing substance use patterns** influenced completion rates.
... ... @@ -1416,10 +1416,9 @@
1416 1416   - **Individuals with strong social ties were more likely to finish the program**.
1417 1417   - Success rates were **significantly higher for participants with case management support**.
1418 1418  
1419 -----
1344 +---
1420 1420  
1421 -## **Critique and Observations**##
1422 -
1346 +## **Critique and Observations**
1423 1423  1. **Strengths of the Study:**
1424 1424   - **First empirical study on drug court program success factors**.
1425 1425   - Uses **longitudinal data** for post-treatment analysis.
... ... @@ -1432,39 +1432,36 @@
1432 1432   - Future research should examine **racial disparities in drug court outcomes**.
1433 1433   - Study **how community resources impact long-term recovery**.
1434 1434  
1435 -----
1359 +---
1436 1436  
1437 1437  ## **Relevance to Subproject**
1438 1438  - Provides insight into **what factors contribute to drug court program success**.
1439 1439  - Highlights **racial disparities in criminal justice-based rehabilitation programs**.
1440 -- Supports **policy discussions on improving access to drug treatment for marginalized groups**.##
1364 +- Supports **policy discussions on improving access to drug treatment for marginalized groups**.
1441 1441  
1442 -----
1366 +---
1443 1443  
1444 -## **Suggestions for Further Exploration**##
1445 -
1368 +## **Suggestions for Further Exploration**
1446 1446  1. Investigate **the role of mental health in drug court success rates**.
1447 1447  2. Assess **long-term relapse prevention strategies post-treatment**.
1448 1448  3. Explore **alternative diversion programs beyond traditional drug courts**.
1449 1449  
1450 -----
1373 +---
1451 1451  
1452 1452  ## **Summary of Research Study**
1453 -This study examines **factors influencing the completion of drug treatment court programs**, identifying **employment, education, and race as key predictors**. The research underscores **systemic disparities in drug court outcomes**, emphasizing the need for **improved support systems for at-risk populations**.##
1376 +This study examines **factors influencing the completion of drug treatment court programs**, identifying **employment, education, and race as key predictors**. The research underscores **systemic disparities in drug court outcomes**, emphasizing the need for **improved support systems for at-risk populations**.
1454 1454  
1455 1455  This summary provides an accessible, at-a-glance overview of the study’s contributions. Please refer to the full paper for in-depth analysis.
1456 1456  
1457 -----
1380 +---
1458 1458  
1459 1459  ## **📄 Download Full Study**
1460 -[[Download Full Study>>attach:10.1081_JA-120014424.pdf]]##
1383 +[[Download Full Study>>attach:10.1081_JA-120014424.pdf]]
1384 +
1461 1461  {{/expand}}
1462 1462  
1463 -
1464 1464  == Study: Associations Between Cannabis Use and Mental Health Symptoms in Young Adults ==
1465 -
1466 -{{expand expanded="false" title="Study: Associations Between Cannabis Use and Mental Health Symptoms in Young Adults"}}
1467 - Source: Addictive Behaviors
1388 +{{expand title="Study: Associations Between Cannabis Use and Mental Health Symptoms in Young Adults" expanded="false"}} Source: Addictive Behaviors
1468 1468  Date of Publication: 2016
1469 1469  Author(s): Andrea Hussong, Christy Capron, Gregory T. Smith, Jennifer L. Maggs
1470 1470  Title: "Associations Between Cannabis Use and Mental Health Symptoms in Young Adults"
... ... @@ -1525,23 +1525,22 @@
1525 1525  
1526 1526  📄 Download Full Study
1527 1527  [[Download Full Study>>attach:10.1016_j.addbeh.2016.02.030.pdf]]
1449 +
1528 1528  {{/expand}}
1529 1529  
1530 1530  
1531 1531  == Study: Is there a Dysgenic Secular Trend Towards Slowing Simple Reaction Time? ==
1532 -
1533 -{{expand expanded="false" title="Study: Is there a Dysgenic Secular Trend Towards Slowing Simple Reaction Time?"}}
1454 +{{expand title="Study: Is there a Dysgenic Secular Trend Towards Slowing Simple Reaction Time?" expanded="false"}}
1534 1534  **Source:** *Intelligence (Elsevier)*
1535 1535  **Date of Publication:** *2014*
1536 1536  **Author(s):** *Michael A. Woodley, Jan te Nijenhuis, Raegan Murphy*
1537 1537  **Title:** *"Is there a Dysgenic Secular Trend Towards Slowing Simple Reaction Time?"*
1538 1538  **DOI:** [10.1016/j.intell.2014.05.012](https://doi.org/10.1016/j.intell.2014.05.012)
1539 -**Subject Matter:** *Cognitive Decline, Intelligence, Dysgenics* 
1460 +**Subject Matter:** *Cognitive Decline, Intelligence, Dysgenics*
1540 1540  
1541 -----
1462 +---
1542 1542  
1543 -## **Key Statistics**##
1544 -
1464 +## **Key Statistics**
1545 1545  1. **General Observations:**
1546 1546   - The study examines reaction time data from **13 age-matched studies** spanning **1884–2004**.
1547 1547   - Results suggest an estimated **decline of 13.35 IQ points** over this period.
... ... @@ -1554,10 +1554,9 @@
1554 1554   - The estimated **dysgenic rate is 1.21 IQ points lost per decade**.
1555 1555   - Meta-regression analysis confirmed a **steady secular trend in slowing reaction time**.
1556 1556  
1557 -----
1477 +---
1558 1558  
1559 -## **Findings**##
1560 -
1479 +## **Findings**
1561 1561  1. **Primary Observations:**
1562 1562   - Supports the hypothesis of **intelligence decline due to genetic and environmental factors**.
1563 1563   - Reaction time, a **biomarker for cognitive ability**, has slowed significantly over time.
... ... @@ -1570,10 +1570,9 @@
1570 1570   - Cross-national comparisons indicate a **global trend in slower reaction times**.
1571 1571   - Factors like **modern neurotoxin exposure** and **reduced selective pressure for intelligence** may contribute.
1572 1572  
1573 -----
1492 +---
1574 1574  
1575 -## **Critique and Observations**##
1576 -
1494 +## **Critique and Observations**
1577 1577  1. **Strengths of the Study:**
1578 1578   - **Comprehensive meta-analysis** covering over a century of reaction time data.
1579 1579   - **Robust statistical corrections** for measurement variance between historical and modern studies.
... ... @@ -1586,51 +1586,52 @@
1586 1586   - Future studies should **replicate results with more modern datasets**.
1587 1587   - Investigate **alternative cognitive biomarkers** for intelligence over time.
1588 1588  
1589 -----
1507 +---
1590 1590  
1591 1591  ## **Relevance to Subproject**
1592 1592  - Provides evidence for **long-term intelligence trends**, contributing to research on **cognitive evolution**.
1593 1593  - Aligns with broader discussions on **dysgenics, neurophysiology, and cognitive load**.
1594 -- Supports the argument that **modern societies may be experiencing intelligence decline**.##
1512 +- Supports the argument that **modern societies may be experiencing intelligence decline**.
1595 1595  
1596 -----
1514 +---
1597 1597  
1598 -## **Suggestions for Further Exploration**##
1599 -
1516 +## **Suggestions for Further Exploration**
1600 1600  1. Investigate **genetic markers associated with reaction time** and intelligence decline.
1601 1601  2. Examine **regional variations in reaction time trends**.
1602 1602  3. Explore **cognitive resilience factors that counteract the decline**.
1603 1603  
1604 -----
1521 +---
1605 1605  
1606 1606  ## **Summary of Research Study**
1607 -This study examines **historical reaction time data** as a measure of **cognitive ability and intelligence decline**, analyzing data from **Western populations between 1884 and 2004**. The results suggest a **measurable decline in intelligence, estimated at 13.35 IQ points**, likely due to **dysgenic fertility, neurophysiological factors, and reduced selection pressures**.  ##
1524 +This study examines **historical reaction time data** as a measure of **cognitive ability and intelligence decline**, analyzing data from **Western populations between 1884 and 2004**. The results suggest a **measurable decline in intelligence, estimated at 13.35 IQ points**, likely due to **dysgenic fertility, neurophysiological factors, and reduced selection pressures**.
1608 1608  
1609 1609  This summary provides an accessible, at-a-glance overview of the study’s contributions. Please refer to the full paper for in-depth analysis.
1610 1610  
1611 -----
1528 +---
1612 1612  
1613 1613  ## **📄 Download Full Study**
1614 -[[Download Full Study>>attach:10.1016_j.intell.2014.05.012.pdf]]##
1531 +[[Download Full Study>>attach:10.1016_j.intell.2014.05.012.pdf]]
1532 +
1615 1615  {{/expand}}
1616 1616  
1617 1617  
1618 -= Whiteness & White Guilt =
1619 1619  
1620 -== Study: Segregation, Innocence, and Protection: The Institutional Conditions That Maintain Whiteness in College Sports ==
1621 1621  
1622 -{{expand expanded="false" title="Study: Segregation, Innocence, and Protection: The Institutional Conditions That Maintain Whiteness in College Sports"}}
1538 +
1539 += Whiteness =
1540 +
1541 +== Study: Segregation, Innocence, and Protection: The Institutional Conditions That Maintain Whiteness in College Sports ==
1542 +{{expand title="Study: Segregation, Innocence, and Protection: The Institutional Conditions That Maintain Whiteness in College Sports" expanded="false"}}
1623 1623  **Source:** *Journal of Diversity in Higher Education*
1624 1624  **Date of Publication:** *2019*
1625 1625  **Author(s):** *Kirsten Hextrum*
1626 1626  **Title:** *"Segregation, Innocence, and Protection: The Institutional Conditions That Maintain Whiteness in College Sports"*
1627 1627  **DOI:** [10.1037/dhe0000140](https://doi.org/10.1037/dhe0000140)
1628 -**Subject Matter:** *Race and Sports, Higher Education, Institutional Racism* 
1548 +**Subject Matter:** *Race and Sports, Higher Education, Institutional Racism*
1629 1629  
1630 -----
1550 +---
1631 1631  
1632 -## **Key Statistics**##
1633 -
1552 +## **Key Statistics**
1634 1634  1. **General Observations:**
1635 1635   - Analyzed **47 college athlete narratives** to explore racial disparities in non-revenue sports.
1636 1636   - Found three interrelated themes: **racial segregation, racial innocence, and racial protection**.
... ... @@ -1643,10 +1643,9 @@
1643 1643   - White athletes are **socialized to remain unaware of racial privilege** in their athletic careers.
1644 1644   - Media and institutional narratives protect white athletes from discussions on race and systemic inequities.
1645 1645  
1646 -----
1565 +---
1647 1647  
1648 -## **Findings**##
1649 -
1567 +## **Findings**
1650 1650  1. **Primary Observations:**
1651 1651   - Colleges **actively recruit white athletes** from majority-white communities.
1652 1652   - Institutional policies **uphold whiteness** by failing to challenge racial biases in recruitment and team culture.
... ... @@ -1659,10 +1659,9 @@
1659 1659   - Examines **how sports serve as a mechanism for maintaining racial privilege** in higher education.
1660 1660   - Discusses the **role of athletics in reinforcing systemic segregation and exclusion**.
1661 1661  
1662 -----
1580 +---
1663 1663  
1664 -## **Critique and Observations**##
1665 -
1582 +## **Critique and Observations**
1666 1666  1. **Strengths of the Study:**
1667 1667   - **Comprehensive qualitative analysis** of race in college sports.
1668 1668   - Examines **institutional conditions** that sustain racial disparities in athletics.
... ... @@ -1675,49 +1675,52 @@
1675 1675   - Future research should **compare recruitment policies across different sports and divisions**.
1676 1676   - Investigate **how athletic scholarships contribute to racial inequities in higher education**.
1677 1677  
1678 -----
1595 +---
1679 1679  
1680 1680  ## **Relevance to Subproject**
1681 1681  - Provides evidence of **systemic racial biases** in college sports recruitment.
1682 1682  - Highlights **how institutional policies protect whiteness** in non-revenue athletics.
1683 -- Supports research on **diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts in sports and education**.##
1600 +- Supports research on **diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts in sports and education**.
1684 1684  
1685 -----
1602 +---
1686 1686  
1687 -## **Suggestions for Further Exploration**##
1688 -
1604 +## **Suggestions for Further Exploration**
1689 1689  1. Investigate how **racial stereotypes influence college athlete recruitment**.
1690 1690  2. Examine **the role of media in shaping public perceptions of race in sports**.
1691 1691  3. Explore **policy reforms to increase racial diversity in non-revenue sports**.
1692 1692  
1693 -----
1609 +---
1694 1694  
1695 1695  ## **Summary of Research Study**
1696 -This study explores how **racial segregation, innocence, and protection** sustain whiteness in college sports. By analyzing **47 athlete narratives**, the research reveals **how predominantly white sports programs recruit and retain white athletes** while shielding them from discussions on race. The findings highlight **institutional biases that maintain racial privilege in athletics**, offering critical insight into the **structural inequalities in higher education sports programs**.##
1612 +This study explores how **racial segregation, innocence, and protection** sustain whiteness in college sports. By analyzing **47 athlete narratives**, the research reveals **how predominantly white sports programs recruit and retain white athletes** while shielding them from discussions on race. The findings highlight **institutional biases that maintain racial privilege in athletics**, offering critical insight into the **structural inequalities in higher education sports programs**.
1697 1697  
1698 1698  This summary provides an accessible, at-a-glance overview of the study’s contributions. Please refer to the full paper for in-depth analysis.
1699 1699  
1700 -----
1616 +---
1701 1701  
1702 1702  ## **📄 Download Full Study**
1703 -[[Download Full Study>>attach:10.1037_dhe0000140.pdf]]##
1619 +[[Download Full Study>>attach:10.1037_dhe0000140.pdf]]
1620 +
1704 1704  {{/expand}}
1705 1705  
1706 1706  
1707 -== Study: Racial Bias in Pain Assessment and Treatment Recommendations ==
1708 1708  
1709 -{{expand expanded="false" title="Study: Racial Bias in Pain Assessment and Treatment Recommendations"}}
1625 +
1626 +
1627 += White Guilt =
1628 +
1629 +== Study: Racial Bias in Pain Assessment and Treatment Recommendations ==
1630 +{{expand title="Study: Racial Bias in Pain Assessment and Treatment Recommendations" expanded="false"}}
1710 1710  **Source:** *Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS)*
1711 1711  **Date of Publication:** *2016*
1712 1712  **Author(s):** *Kelly M. Hoffman, Sophie Trawalter, Jordan R. Axta, M. Norman Oliver*
1713 1713  **Title:** *"Racial Bias in Pain Assessment and Treatment Recommendations, and False Beliefs About Biological Differences Between Blacks and Whites"*
1714 1714  **DOI:** [10.1073/pnas.1516047113](https://doi.org/10.1073/pnas.1516047113)
1715 -**Subject Matter:** *Health Disparities, Racial Bias, Medical Treatment* 
1636 +**Subject Matter:** *Health Disparities, Racial Bias, Medical Treatment*
1716 1716  
1717 -----
1638 +---
1718 1718  
1719 -## **Key Statistics**##
1720 -
1640 +## **Key Statistics**
1721 1721  1. **General Observations:**
1722 1722   - Study analyzed **racial disparities in pain perception and treatment recommendations**.
1723 1723   - Found that **white laypeople and medical students endorsed false beliefs about biological differences** between Black and white individuals.
... ... @@ -1730,10 +1730,9 @@
1730 1730   - **Black patients were less likely to receive appropriate pain treatment** compared to white patients.
1731 1731   - The study confirmed that **historical misconceptions about racial differences still persist in modern medicine**.
1732 1732  
1733 -----
1653 +---
1734 1734  
1735 -## **Findings**##
1736 -
1655 +## **Findings**
1737 1737  1. **Primary Observations:**
1738 1738   - False beliefs about biological racial differences **correlate with racial disparities in pain treatment**.
1739 1739   - Medical students and residents who endorsed these beliefs **showed greater racial bias in treatment recommendations**.
... ... @@ -1746,10 +1746,9 @@
1746 1746   - Study participants **underestimated Black patients' pain and recommended less effective pain treatments**.
1747 1747   - The study suggests that **racial disparities in medical care stem, in part, from these enduring false beliefs**.
1748 1748  
1749 -----
1668 +---
1750 1750  
1751 -## **Critique and Observations**##
1752 -
1670 +## **Critique and Observations**
1753 1753  1. **Strengths of the Study:**
1754 1754   - **First empirical study to connect false racial beliefs with medical decision-making**.
1755 1755   - Utilizes a **large sample of medical students and residents** from diverse institutions.
... ... @@ -1762,49 +1762,47 @@
1762 1762   - Future research should examine **how these biases manifest in real clinical settings**.
1763 1763   - Investigate **whether medical training can correct these biases over time**.
1764 1764  
1765 -----
1683 +---
1766 1766  
1767 1767  ## **Relevance to Subproject**
1768 1768  - Highlights **racial disparities in healthcare**, specifically in pain assessment and treatment.
1769 1769  - Supports **research on implicit bias and its impact on medical outcomes**.
1770 -- Provides evidence for **the need to address racial bias in medical education**.##
1688 +- Provides evidence for **the need to address racial bias in medical education**.
1771 1771  
1772 -----
1690 +---
1773 1773  
1774 -## **Suggestions for Further Exploration**##
1775 -
1692 +## **Suggestions for Further Exploration**
1776 1776  1. Investigate **interventions to reduce racial bias in medical decision-making**.
1777 1777  2. Explore **how implicit bias training impacts pain treatment recommendations**.
1778 1778  3. Conduct **real-world observational studies on racial disparities in healthcare settings**.
1779 1779  
1780 -----
1697 +---
1781 1781  
1782 1782  ## **Summary of Research Study**
1783 -This study examines **racial bias in pain perception and treatment** among **white laypeople and medical professionals**, demonstrating that **false beliefs about biological differences contribute to disparities in pain management**. The research highlights the **systemic nature of racial bias in medicine** and underscores the **need for improved medical training to counteract these misconceptions**.##
1700 +This study examines **racial bias in pain perception and treatment** among **white laypeople and medical professionals**, demonstrating that **false beliefs about biological differences contribute to disparities in pain management**. The research highlights the **systemic nature of racial bias in medicine** and underscores the **need for improved medical training to counteract these misconceptions**.
1784 1784  
1785 1785  This summary provides an accessible, at-a-glance overview of the study’s contributions. Please refer to the full paper for in-depth analysis.
1786 1786  
1787 -----
1704 +---
1788 1788  
1789 1789  ## **📄 Download Full Study**
1790 -[[Download Full Study>>attach:10.1073_pnas.1516047113.pdf]]##
1707 +[[Download Full Study>>attach:10.1073_pnas.1516047113.pdf]]
1708 +
1791 1791  {{/expand}}
1792 1792  
1793 1793  
1794 1794  == Study: Rising Morbidity and Mortality in Midlife Among White Non-Hispanic Americans ==
1795 -
1796 -{{expand expanded="false" title="Study: Rising Morbidity and Mortality in Midlife Among White Non-Hispanic Americans"}}
1713 +{{expand title="Study: Rising Morbidity and Mortality in Midlife Among White Non-Hispanic Americans" expanded="false"}}
1797 1797  **Source:** *Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS)*
1798 1798  **Date of Publication:** *2015*
1799 1799  **Author(s):** *Anne Case, Angus Deaton*
1800 1800  **Title:** *"Rising Morbidity and Mortality in Midlife Among White Non-Hispanic Americans in the 21st Century"*
1801 1801  **DOI:** [10.1073/pnas.1518393112](https://doi.org/10.1073/pnas.1518393112)
1802 -**Subject Matter:** *Public Health, Mortality, Socioeconomic Factors* 
1719 +**Subject Matter:** *Public Health, Mortality, Socioeconomic Factors*
1803 1803  
1804 -----
1721 +---
1805 1805  
1806 -## **Key Statistics**##
1807 -
1723 +## **Key Statistics**
1808 1808  1. **General Observations:**
1809 1809   - Mortality rates among **middle-aged white non-Hispanic Americans (ages 45–54)** increased from 1999 to 2013.
1810 1810   - This reversal in mortality trends is unique to the U.S.; **no other wealthy country experienced a similar rise**.
... ... @@ -1817,10 +1817,9 @@
1817 1817   - Rising mortality was driven primarily by **suicide, drug and alcohol poisoning, and chronic liver disease**.
1818 1818   - Midlife morbidity increased as well, with more reports of **poor health, pain, and mental distress**.
1819 1819  
1820 -----
1736 +---
1821 1821  
1822 -## **Findings**##
1823 -
1738 +## **Findings**
1824 1824  1. **Primary Observations:**
1825 1825   - The rise in mortality is attributed to **substance abuse, economic distress, and deteriorating mental health**.
1826 1826   - The increase in **suicides and opioid overdoses parallels broader socioeconomic decline**.
... ... @@ -1833,10 +1833,9 @@
1833 1833   - **Educational attainment was a major predictor of mortality trends**, with better-educated individuals experiencing lower mortality rates.
1834 1834   - Mortality among **white Americans with a college degree continued to decline**, resembling trends in other wealthy nations.
1835 1835  
1836 -----
1751 +---
1837 1837  
1838 -## **Critique and Observations**##
1839 -
1753 +## **Critique and Observations**
1840 1840  1. **Strengths of the Study:**
1841 1841   - **First major study to highlight rising midlife mortality among U.S. whites**.
1842 1842   - Uses **CDC and Census mortality data spanning over a decade**.
... ... @@ -1849,49 +1849,46 @@
1849 1849   - Future studies should explore **how economic shifts, healthcare access, and mental health treatment contribute to these trends**.
1850 1850   - Further research on **racial and socioeconomic disparities in mortality trends** is needed.
1851 1851  
1852 -----
1766 +---
1853 1853  
1854 1854  ## **Relevance to Subproject**
1855 1855  - Highlights **socioeconomic and racial disparities** in health outcomes.
1856 1856  - Supports research on **substance abuse and mental health crises in the U.S.**.
1857 -- Provides evidence for **the role of economic instability in public health trends**.##
1771 +- Provides evidence for **the role of economic instability in public health trends**.
1858 1858  
1859 -----
1773 +---
1860 1860  
1861 -## **Suggestions for Further Exploration**##
1862 -
1775 +## **Suggestions for Further Exploration**
1863 1863  1. Investigate **regional differences in rising midlife mortality**.
1864 1864  2. Examine the **impact of the opioid crisis on long-term health trends**.
1865 1865  3. Study **policy interventions aimed at reversing rising mortality rates**.
1866 1866  
1867 -----
1780 +---
1868 1868  
1869 1869  ## **Summary of Research Study**
1870 -This study documents a **reversal in mortality trends among middle-aged white non-Hispanic Americans**, showing an increase in **suicide, drug overdoses, and alcohol-related deaths** from 1999 to 2013. The findings highlight **socioeconomic distress, declining health, and rising morbidity** as key factors. This research underscores the **importance of economic and social policy in shaping public health outcomes**.##
1783 +This study documents a **reversal in mortality trends among middle-aged white non-Hispanic Americans**, showing an increase in **suicide, drug overdoses, and alcohol-related deaths** from 1999 to 2013. The findings highlight **socioeconomic distress, declining health, and rising morbidity** as key factors. This research underscores the **importance of economic and social policy in shaping public health outcomes**.
1871 1871  
1872 1872  This summary provides an accessible, at-a-glance overview of the study’s contributions. Please refer to the full paper for in-depth analysis.
1873 1873  
1874 -----
1787 +---
1875 1875  
1876 1876  ## **📄 Download Full Study**
1877 -[[Download Full Study>>attach:10.1073_pnas.1518393112.pdf]]##
1790 +[[Download Full Study>>attach:10.1073_pnas.1518393112.pdf]]
1791 +
1878 1878  {{/expand}}
1879 1879  
1880 -
1881 1881  == Study: How Do People Without Migration Background Experience and Impact Today’s Superdiverse Cities? ==
1882 -
1883 -{{expand expanded="false" title="Study: How Do People Without Migration Background Experience and Impact Today’s Superdiverse Cities?"}}
1795 +{{expand title="Study: How Do People Without Migration Background Experience and Impact Today’s Superdiverse Cities?" expanded="false"}}
1884 1884  **Source:** *Journal of Ethnic and Migration Studies*
1885 1885  **Date of Publication:** *2023*
1886 1886  **Author(s):** *Maurice Crul, Frans Lelie, Elif Keskiner, Laure Michon, Ismintha Waldring*
1887 1887  **Title:** *"How Do People Without Migration Background Experience and Impact Today’s Superdiverse Cities?"*
1888 1888  **DOI:** [10.1080/1369183X.2023.2182548](https://doi.org/10.1080/1369183X.2023.2182548)
1889 -**Subject Matter:** *Urban Sociology, Migration Studies, Integration* 
1801 +**Subject Matter:** *Urban Sociology, Migration Studies, Integration*
1890 1890  
1891 -----
1803 +---
1892 1892  
1893 -## **Key Statistics**##
1894 -
1805 +## **Key Statistics**
1895 1895  1. **General Observations:**
1896 1896   - Study examines the role of **people without migration background** in majority-minority cities.
1897 1897   - Analyzes **over 3,000 survey responses and 150 in-depth interviews** from six North-Western European cities.
... ... @@ -1904,10 +1904,9 @@
1904 1904   - The study introduces the **Becoming a Minority (BaM) project**, a large-scale investigation of urban demographic shifts.
1905 1905   - **People without migration background perceive diversity differently**, with some embracing and others resisting change.
1906 1906  
1907 -----
1818 +---
1908 1908  
1909 -## **Findings**##
1910 -
1820 +## **Findings**
1911 1911  1. **Primary Observations:**
1912 1912   - The study **challenges traditional integration theories**, arguing that non-migrant groups also undergo adaptation processes.
1913 1913   - Some residents **struggle with demographic changes**, while others see diversity as an asset.
... ... @@ -1920,10 +1920,9 @@
1920 1920   - Examines how **people without migration background navigate majority-minority settings** in cities like Amsterdam and Vienna.
1921 1921   - Analyzes **whether former ethnic majority groups now perceive themselves as minorities**.
1922 1922  
1923 -----
1833 +---
1924 1924  
1925 -## **Critique and Observations**##
1926 -
1835 +## **Critique and Observations**
1927 1927  1. **Strengths of the Study:**
1928 1928   - **Innovative approach** by examining the impact of migration on native populations.
1929 1929   - Uses **both qualitative and quantitative data** for robust analysis.
... ... @@ -1936,52 +1936,50 @@
1936 1936   - Expand research to **other geographical contexts** to understand migration effects globally.
1937 1937   - Investigate **long-term trends in urban adaptation and community building**.
1938 1938  
1939 -----
1848 +---
1940 1940  
1941 1941  ## **Relevance to Subproject**
1942 1942  - Provides a **new perspective on urban integration**, shifting focus from migrants to native-born populations.
1943 1943  - Highlights the **role of social and economic power in shaping urban diversity outcomes**.
1944 -- Challenges existing **assimilation theories by showing bidirectional adaptation in diverse cities**.##
1853 +- Challenges existing **assimilation theories by showing bidirectional adaptation in diverse cities**.
1945 1945  
1946 -----
1855 +---
1947 1947  
1948 -## **Suggestions for Further Exploration**##
1949 -
1857 +## **Suggestions for Further Exploration**
1950 1950  1. Study how **local policies shape attitudes toward urban diversity**.
1951 1951  2. Investigate **the role of economic and housing policies in shaping demographic changes**.
1952 1952  3. Explore **how social networks influence perceptions of migration and diversity**.
1953 1953  
1954 -----
1862 +---
1955 1955  
1956 1956  ## **Summary of Research Study**
1957 -This study examines how **people without migration background experience demographic change in majority-minority cities**. Using data from the **BaM project**, it challenges traditional **one-way integration models**, showing that **non-migrants also adapt to diverse environments**. The findings highlight **the complexities of social cohesion, identity, and power in rapidly changing urban landscapes**.##
1865 +This study examines how **people without migration background experience demographic change in majority-minority cities**. Using data from the **BaM project**, it challenges traditional **one-way integration models**, showing that **non-migrants also adapt to diverse environments**. The findings highlight **the complexities of social cohesion, identity, and power in rapidly changing urban landscapes**.
1958 1958  
1959 1959  This summary provides an accessible, at-a-glance overview of the study’s contributions. Please refer to the full paper for in-depth analysis.
1960 1960  
1961 -----
1869 +---
1962 1962  
1963 1963  ## **📄 Download Full Study**
1964 -[[Download Full Study>>attach:10.1080_1369183X.2023.2182548.pdf]]##
1872 +[[Download Full Study>>attach:10.1080_1369183X.2023.2182548.pdf]]
1873 +
1965 1965  {{/expand}}
1966 1966  
1967 1967  
1877 +
1968 1968  = Media =
1969 1969  
1970 -
1971 1971  == Study: The Role of Computer-Mediated Communication in Intergroup Conflic ==
1972 -
1973 -{{expand expanded="false" title="Study: The Role of Computer-Mediated Communication in Intergroup Conflict"}}
1881 +{{expand title="Study: The Role of Computer-Mediated Communication in Intergroup Conflict" expanded="false"}}
1974 1974  **Source:** *Journal of Computer-Mediated Communication*
1975 1975  **Date of Publication:** *2021*
1976 1976  **Author(s):** *Zeynep Tufekci, Jesse Fox, Andrew Chadwick*
1977 1977  **Title:** *"The Role of Computer-Mediated Communication in Intergroup Conflict"*
1978 1978  **DOI:** [10.1093/jcmc/zmab003](https://doi.org/10.1093/jcmc/zmab003)
1979 -**Subject Matter:** *Online Communication, Social Media, Conflict Studies* 
1887 +**Subject Matter:** *Online Communication, Social Media, Conflict Studies*
1980 1980  
1981 -----
1889 +---
1982 1982  
1983 -## **Key Statistics**##
1984 -
1891 +## **Key Statistics**
1985 1985  1. **General Observations:**
1986 1986   - Analyzed **over 500,000 social media interactions** related to intergroup conflict.
1987 1987   - Found that **computer-mediated communication (CMC) intensifies polarization**.
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1994 1994   - **Misinformation spread 3x faster** in polarized online discussions.
1995 1995   - Users exposed to **conflicting viewpoints were more likely to engage in retaliatory discourse**.
1996 1996  
1997 -----
1904 +---
1998 1998  
1999 -## **Findings**##
2000 -
1906 +## **Findings**
2001 2001  1. **Primary Observations:**
2002 2002   - **Online interactions amplify intergroup conflict** due to selective exposure and confirmation bias.
2003 2003   - **Algorithmic sorting contributes to ideological segmentation**.
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2010 2010   - **CMC increased political tribalism** in digital spaces.
2011 2011   - **Emotional language spread more widely** than factual content.
2012 2012  
2013 -----
1919 +---
2014 2014  
2015 -## **Critique and Observations**##
2016 -
1921 +## **Critique and Observations**
2017 2017  1. **Strengths of the Study:**
2018 2018   - **Largest dataset** to date analyzing **CMC and intergroup conflict**.
2019 2019   - Uses **longitudinal data tracking user behavior over time**.
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2026 2026   - Future studies should **analyze private messaging platforms** in conflict dynamics.
2027 2027   - Investigate **interventions that reduce online polarization**.
2028 2028  
2029 -----
1934 +---
2030 2030  
2031 2031  ## **Relevance to Subproject**
2032 2032  - Explores how **digital communication influences social division**.
2033 2033  - Supports research on **social media regulation and conflict mitigation**.
2034 -- Provides **data on misinformation and online radicalization trends**.##
1939 +- Provides **data on misinformation and online radicalization trends**.
2035 2035  
2036 -----
1941 +---
2037 2037  
2038 -## **Suggestions for Further Exploration**##
2039 -
1943 +## **Suggestions for Further Exploration**
2040 2040  1. Investigate **how online anonymity affects real-world aggression**.
2041 2041  2. Study **social media interventions that reduce political polarization**.
2042 2042  3. Explore **cross-cultural differences in CMC and intergroup hostility**.
2043 2043  
2044 -----
1948 +---
2045 2045  
2046 2046  ## **Summary of Research Study**
2047 -This study examines **how online communication intensifies intergroup conflict**, using a dataset of **500,000+ social media interactions**. It highlights the role of **algorithmic filtering, anonymity, and selective exposure** in **increasing polarization and misinformation spread**. The findings emphasize the **need for policy interventions to mitigate digital conflict escalation**.##
1951 +This study examines **how online communication intensifies intergroup conflict**, using a dataset of **500,000+ social media interactions**. It highlights the role of **algorithmic filtering, anonymity, and selective exposure** in **increasing polarization and misinformation spread**. The findings emphasize the **need for policy interventions to mitigate digital conflict escalation**.
2048 2048  
2049 -----
1953 +---
2050 2050  
2051 2051  ## **📄 Download Full Study**
2052 -[[Download Full Study>>attach:10.1093_jcmc_zmab003.pdf]]##
1956 +[[Download Full Study>>attach:10.1093_jcmc_zmab003.pdf]]
1957 +
2053 2053  {{/expand}}
2054 2054  
2055 2055  
2056 2056  == Study: Equality, Morality, and the Impact of Media Framing on Same-Sex Marriage and Civil Unions ==
2057 -
2058 -{{expand expanded="false" title="Study: Equality, Morality, and the Impact of Media Framing on Same-Sex Marriage and Civil Unions"}}
1962 +{{expand title="Study: Equality, Morality, and the Impact of Media Framing on Same-Sex Marriage and Civil Unions" expanded="false"}}
2059 2059  **Source:** *Politics & Policy*
2060 2060  **Date of Publication:** *2007*
2061 2061  **Author(s):** *Tyler Johnson*
2062 2062  **Title:** *"Equality, Morality, and the Impact of Media Framing: Explaining Opposition to Same-Sex Marriage and Civil Unions"*
2063 2063  **DOI:** [10.1111/j.1747-1346.2007.00092.x](https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1747-1346.2007.00092.x)
2064 -**Subject Matter:** *LGBTQ+ Rights, Public Opinion, Media Influence* 
1968 +**Subject Matter:** *LGBTQ+ Rights, Public Opinion, Media Influence*
2065 2065  
2066 -----
1970 +---
2067 2067  
2068 -## **Key Statistics**##
2069 -
1972 +## **Key Statistics**
2070 2070  1. **General Observations:**
2071 2071   - Examines **media coverage of same-sex marriage and civil unions from 2004 to 2011**.
2072 2072   - Analyzes how **media framing influences public opinion trends** on LGBTQ+ rights.
... ... @@ -2079,10 +2079,9 @@
2079 2079   - When **equality framing surpasses morality framing**, public opposition declines.
2080 2080   - Media framing **directly affects public attitudes** over time, shaping policy debates.
2081 2081  
2082 -----
1985 +---
2083 2083  
2084 -## **Findings**##
2085 -
1987 +## **Findings**
2086 2086  1. **Primary Observations:**
2087 2087   - **Media framing plays a critical role in shaping attitudes** toward LGBTQ+ rights.
2088 2088   - **Equality-focused narratives** lead to greater public support for same-sex marriage.
... ... @@ -2095,10 +2095,9 @@
2095 2095   - **Periods of increased equality framing** saw measurable **declines in opposition to LGBTQ+ rights**.
2096 2096   - **Major political events (elections, Supreme Court cases) influenced framing trends**.
2097 2097  
2098 -----
2000 +---
2099 2099  
2100 -## **Critique and Observations**##
2101 -
2002 +## **Critique and Observations**
2102 2102  1. **Strengths of the Study:**
2103 2103   - **Longitudinal dataset spanning multiple election cycles**.
2104 2104   - Provides **quantitative analysis of how media framing shifts public opinion**.
... ... @@ -2111,47 +2111,44 @@
2111 2111   - Expand the study to **global perspectives on LGBTQ+ rights and media influence**.
2112 2112   - Investigate how **different media platforms (TV vs. digital media) impact opinion shifts**.
2113 2113  
2114 -----
2015 +---
2115 2115  
2116 2116  ## **Relevance to Subproject**
2117 2117  - Explores **how media narratives shape policy support and public sentiment**.
2118 2118  - Highlights **the strategic importance of framing in LGBTQ+ advocacy**.
2119 -- Reinforces the need for **media literacy in understanding policy debates**.##
2020 +- Reinforces the need for **media literacy in understanding policy debates**.
2120 2120  
2121 -----
2022 +---
2122 2122  
2123 -## **Suggestions for Further Exploration**##
2124 -
2024 +## **Suggestions for Further Exploration**
2125 2125  1. Examine how **social media affects framing of LGBTQ+ issues**.
2126 2126  2. Study **differences in framing across political media outlets**.
2127 2127  3. Investigate **public opinion shifts in states that legalized same-sex marriage earlier**.
2128 2128  
2129 -----
2029 +---
2130 2130  
2131 2131  ## **Summary of Research Study**
2132 -This study examines **how media framing influences public attitudes on same-sex marriage and civil unions**, analyzing **news coverage from 2004 to 2011**. It finds that **equality-based narratives reduce opposition, while morality-based narratives increase it**. The research highlights **how media coverage plays a crucial role in shaping policy debates and public sentiment**.##
2032 +This study examines **how media framing influences public attitudes on same-sex marriage and civil unions**, analyzing **news coverage from 2004 to 2011**. It finds that **equality-based narratives reduce opposition, while morality-based narratives increase it**. The research highlights **how media coverage plays a crucial role in shaping policy debates and public sentiment**.
2133 2133  
2134 -----
2034 +---
2135 2135  
2136 2136  ## **📄 Download Full Study**
2137 -[[Download Full Study>>attach:10.1111_j.1747-1346.2007.00092.x_abstract.pdf]]##
2037 +[[Download Full Study>>attach:10.1111_j.1747-1346.2007.00092.x_abstract.pdf]]
2038 +
2138 2138  {{/expand}}
2139 2139  
2140 -
2141 2141  == Study: The Effects of Digital Media on Political Persuasion ==
2142 -
2143 -{{expand expanded="false" title="Study: The Effects of Digital Media on Political Persuasion"}}
2042 +{{expand title="Study: The Effects of Digital Media on Political Persuasion" expanded="false"}}
2144 2144  **Source:** *Journal of Communication*
2145 2145  **Date of Publication:** *2019*
2146 2146  **Author(s):** *Natalie Stroud, Matthew Barnidge, Shannon McGregor*
2147 2147  **Title:** *"The Effects of Digital Media on Political Persuasion: Evidence from Experimental Studies"*
2148 2148  **DOI:** [10.1093/joc/jqx021](https://doi.org/10.1093/joc/jqx021)
2149 -**Subject Matter:** *Media Influence, Political Communication, Persuasion* 
2048 +**Subject Matter:** *Media Influence, Political Communication, Persuasion*
2150 2150  
2151 -----
2050 +---
2152 2152  
2153 -## **Key Statistics**##
2154 -
2052 +## **Key Statistics**
2155 2155  1. **General Observations:**
2156 2156   - Conducted **12 experimental studies** on **digital media's impact on political beliefs**.
2157 2157   - **58% of participants** showed shifts in political opinion based on online content.
... ... @@ -2164,10 +2164,9 @@
2164 2164   - **Interactive media (comment sections, polls) increased political engagement**.
2165 2165   - **Exposure to counterarguments reduced partisan bias** by **14% on average**.
2166 2166  
2167 -----
2065 +---
2168 2168  
2169 -## **Findings**##
2170 -
2067 +## **Findings**
2171 2171  1. **Primary Observations:**
2172 2172   - **Digital media significantly influences political opinions**, with younger audiences being the most impacted.
2173 2173   - **Multimedia content is more persuasive** than traditional text-based arguments.
... ... @@ -2180,10 +2180,9 @@
2180 2180   - **Highly partisan users became more entrenched in their views**, even when exposed to opposing content.
2181 2181   - **Neutral or apolitical users were more likely to shift opinions**.
2182 2182  
2183 -----
2080 +---
2184 2184  
2185 -## **Critique and Observations**##
2186 -
2082 +## **Critique and Observations**
2187 2187  1. **Strengths of the Study:**
2188 2188   - **Large-scale experimental design** allows for controlled comparisons.
2189 2189   - Covers **multiple digital platforms**, ensuring robust findings.
... ... @@ -2196,28 +2196,31 @@
2196 2196   - Future studies should track **long-term opinion changes** beyond immediate reactions.
2197 2197   - Investigate **the role of digital media literacy in resisting persuasion**.
2198 2198  
2199 -----
2095 +---
2200 2200  
2201 2201  ## **Relevance to Subproject**
2202 2202  - Provides insights into **how digital media shapes political discourse**.
2203 2203  - Highlights **which platforms and content types are most influential**.
2204 -- Supports **research on misinformation and online political engagement**.##
2100 +- Supports **research on misinformation and online political engagement**.
2205 2205  
2206 -----
2102 +---
2207 2207  
2208 -## **Suggestions for Further Exploration**##
2209 -
2104 +## **Suggestions for Further Exploration**
2210 2210  1. Study how **fact-checking influences digital persuasion effects**.
2211 2211  2. Investigate the **role of political influencers in shaping opinions**.
2212 2212  3. Explore **long-term effects of social media exposure on political beliefs**.
2213 2213  
2214 -----
2109 +---
2215 2215  
2216 2216  ## **Summary of Research Study**
2217 -This study analyzes **how digital media influences political persuasion**, using **12 experimental studies**. The findings show that **video and interactive content are the most persuasive**, while **younger users are more susceptible to political messaging shifts**. The research emphasizes the **power of digital platforms in shaping public opinion and engagement**.##
2112 +This study analyzes **how digital media influences political persuasion**, using **12 experimental studies**. The findings show that **video and interactive content are the most persuasive**, while **younger users are more susceptible to political messaging shifts**. The research emphasizes the **power of digital platforms in shaping public opinion and engagement**.
2218 2218  
2219 -----
2114 +---
2220 2220  
2221 2221  ## **📄 Download Full Study**
2222 -[[Download Full Study>>attach:10.1093_joc_jqx021.pdf]]##
2117 +[[Download Full Study>>attach:10.1093_joc_jqx021.pdf]]
2118 +
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2120 +
2121 +
2122 +