A review of a state program launched two years ago to improve recovery and reduce recidivism among felony offenders who have mental health or addiction issues shows the program is producing positive results. “There are a lot of individuals in the criminal justice system who have a mental health or substance-abuse problem who are now… Read more »
Study identifies additional hurdle to widespread planting of bioenergy crops
A study examining how certain decisions impact what farmers plant and harvest identified one crucial factor that researchers believe needs to be added to the list of decision variables when considering bioenergy crops: the option value. Most studies have not examined the role of the option value, which has to do with farmers waiting to… Read more »
IUPUI researchers are developing and testing a system to predict crime and other social harms
Police forces and city governments around the world — burdened by competing demands and limited resources — must make hard, critical decisions every day about how best to deal with crime, drug use, traffic crashes, medical emergencies and more. IUPUI researchers have received a grant to provide help. Through a three-year, $791,513 grant from the… Read more »
