Helping You Turn Policing Research Into Results
You want policing to work better but applying research can be complicated and inaccessible. This blog breaks down studies into clear, practical strategies you can use in the field. Get weekly posts with actionable insights on crime prevention, training, community engagement, staffing, technology, and more delivered straight to your inbox.
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I break down the latest policing research into short, clear posts. Whether you’re on patrol, in leadership, or just curious, you’ll find practical insights you can actually use.
About me
I’m a pracademic (part practitioner, part academic). After nearly four years as a crime and intelligence analyst, I moved into police research. This project was born out of my own frustration—how hard it was to find accessible research as an analyst, and how slowly research makes its way to departments that need it. With this project, I hope to bring the best of both worlds to help bridge the research to police gap.
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Have a question, a topic you’d like to see covered, or research worth sharing? I’d love to hear from you. Use the contact form to reach out, whether it’s feedback, ideas, or just to say hi.
Latest Posts
- Why ShotSpotter Case Clearance Depends on More Than TechNew Chicago research on ShotSpotter and CCTV case clearance: 15 years of data show sensors and cameras alone don’t close cases. Here’s what actually does the job.
- Is De-escalation Training Actually Backed by Evidence?Does de-escalation training work? A first-of-its-kind randomized trial on LMPD officers using ICAT training found fewer use-of-force incidents and safer outcomes for everyone.
- What New Research Says About Public Support for Police AINew research reveals three factors that drive public support for police AI: fairness, community voice, and trust. Here’s what agencies need to know before deployment.
- 9 Ways to Benchmark Police Stops for Racial DisparityCitywide population is the most common benchmark for police stop data and the most misleading. Research shows the right benchmark changes everything.
- The Truth About Officer Memory After a Critical IncidentOfficer memory after a shooting is shaped by biology. New research on stress and police memory challenges common post-incident interview practices. Read the findings.
Topics
Accountability & Trust
Building fairness, transparency, and confidence in policing.
Why Crime Happens
Research on the root causes behind crime.
Community Partnerships
Working with the public for safer neighborhoods.
Using Data
Making sense of numbers to guide smarter decisions.
Training & Wellness
Helping officers learn, grow, and stay healthy.
Recruiting & Keeping Officers
How agencies bring in and support good people.
Crime Reduction & Investigations
What works to prevent crime and solve cases.
Tech & Tools
The latest gear and innovations shaping policing.
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