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Institute for Social Science Research

The Institute for Social Science Research (ISSR) facilitates social science research and methods across the University of Massachusetts.

By taking guidance from our research faculty's interests and supporting their efforts, the Institute draws its dynamic strengths and directions from the evolving enterprise of contemporary social research. ISSR supports the research mission of social science on campus with the following offerings:

  • Grant management
  • Qualitative and quantitative research training opportunities 
  • Grant mentoring programs 
  • Workshops and speakers 
  • Methods and data analysis/programming consulting services
  • Support for interdisciplinary research teams

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Jason Kamilar

Director of the Institute for Social Science Research
Professor of Anthropology
Graduate Program Director
Email: jkamilar [at] umass [dot] edu

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