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House Sends Slate of Science Bills to the Senate
On May 17, the House of Representatives approved a group of bills introduced in the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee that aim to make the U.S. science enterprise more equitable, safe, and fair. Four bills, the Supporting Early-Career Researchers Act (H.R. 144), the STEM Opportunities Act (H.R. 204), the MSI STEM Achievement Act (H.R. 2027), and the Combatting Sexual Harassment in Science Act (H.R. 2695) were introduced by Science Committee Chair Eddie Bernice Johnson and were endorsed by COSSA. The Supporting Early-Career Researchers Act would authorize the National Science Foundation (NSF) to establish a two-year pilot program to award…
Social Scientist Nicholas Carnes Named Co-Winner of NSFâs Waterman Award
On May 11, the National Science Foundation (NSF) named two co-winners of the 2021 Alan T. Waterman Award, the agencyâs highest honor for early-career scientists. One of the co-winners, Dr. Nicholas Carnes, is a social scientist from Duke University who was recognized for research on the social determinants affecting peopleâs pursuit of public or community service. The Waterman Award was presented to the winners at the National Science Board (NSB) meeting on May 18-19. âGetting involved in public service is a really time-consuming and really complicated process. The challenge for scientists is understanding all the links in the chain,â Carnes…
August 2022 COSSA Headlines & Deep Dive on Technology, Innovation, and Partnerships at NSF
Our August COSSA Headlines webchat featured a deep dive discussion on technology, innovation, and partnerships at the National Science Foundation (NSF) featuring NSF’s Erwin Gianchandani. The discussion focused on several of NSF’s activities within the new Technology, Innovation, and Partnerships (TIP) Directorate including old, familiar programs and new initiatives.
November 2022 COSSA Headlines on the Midterm Elections and Social Science
View the slides. Watch the recording of our November 2022 COSSA Headlines webchat with Wendy Naus, COSSA Executive Director, who discussed the results of the 2022 midterm elections and the implications for federal social science policy in the upcoming 118th Congress.
COSSA Headlines
Join us for our quarterly COSSA Headlines webchat to recap the most important social and behavioral science news from the past quarter and answer your questions. Stick around for a deep dive discussion on a new and timely topic. Details on how to access the webinar will be emailed to participants the week of the event. For questions about this event, please contact Ben Goodrich (bgoodrich@cossa.org).
COSSA Headlines
Join us for our quarterly COSSA Headlines webchat to recap the most important social and behavioral science news from the past quarter and answer your questions. Stick around for a deep dive discussion on a new and timely topic. Details on how to access the webinar will be emailed to participants the week of the event. For questions about this event, please contact Ben Goodrich (bgoodrich@cossa.org).
In the News
About Us Home » About Us » In the News About Us Board of Directors Our Team Bylaws Annual Awards In the News History In the News UMich awarded most federal funding in nation for social science research, Nadia Taeckens, The Michigan Daily, April 3, 2023 What is COSSA Doing for You?, Kim Gilliam, AmStat News, February 1, 2023 Inside the White House Roadmap for Information Integrity Research, Tim Bernard, Tech Policy Press, January 31, 2023 Practical Significance | Episode 23 [podcast]: Get to Know COSSA!, American Statistical Association, October 28, 2022 Penn State researchers support social science through COSSA…
COSSA Joins Science Organizations Highlighting Diversity in STEM on âWMPD Dayâ
On May 12, scientific organizations, including COSSA, the Federation of Associations in Behavioral Brain Sciences, and SAGE Publishing, will observe âUnderstanding Diversity in STEM: WMPD Day.â The event takes its name from the National Center for Science and Engineering Statisticsâ (NCSES) biannual report: Women, Minorities, and Persons with Disabilities in Science and Engineering. Organizations will hold events throughout the day to recognize, celebrate, and build on the contributions of women, minorities, and person with disabilities in the STEM enterprise. Scheduled activities include a kickoff event with experts from NCSES to discuss the most recent WMPD report (11 AM ET), a…
Senate Committee Considers Lander Nomination to OSTP
On April 29, the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee held a hearing to discuss the nomination of Dr. Eric Lander as President Bidenâs pick to lead the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP), a role that the President has elevated to Cabinet-level. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) chaired the hearing and in her opening remarks, she acknowledged Landerâs scientific accomplishments, but also noted concerns about past actions related to women and minorities in STEM fields. The hearing provided an opportunity to clear the record on these and other issues and to explore Dr. Landerâs positions and goals…
Minerva Research Initiative Announces FY 2021 Funding Opportunities
The Minerva Research Initiative, the signature social science research program within the Department of Defense (DOD), has announced research opportunities for fiscal year (FY) 2021 and listed several target research topics for the program. Minerva aims to apply social science research to critical national security questions and inform broader DOD decision-making based on this research. The following nine topics have been listed as key areas of interest for research to address: Social Implications of Environmental Change Resource Competition, Social Cohesion, and Strategic Climate Resilience Security Risks in Ungoverned, Semi-Governed, and Differently-Governed Spaces Analysis of Foreign Influence Operations in Cross-Cultural Perspective…
Department of Education Seeking Comments on Education Research, COVID-19, and Equity
On May 3, the U.S. Department of Education released a request for comments on proposed priorities and definitions within the Office of Elementary and Secondary Education’s Education Innovation and Research (EIR) program. The request cites two proposed priorities that will be used to tailor the EIR program to address timely issues: (1) Measuring the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on students and teachers; and (2) Promoting equity in studentsâ access to educational opportunities. The request also proposes three new definitions to be used for applications of the EIR program: âHigh-quality tutoringâ, defined as tutoring based on evidence-based strategies to support…
Nominations Sought for CNSTAT Committee on Evaluating 2020 Census
The Committee on National Statistics (CNSTAT) of the National Academy of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM) is accepting nominations for its Panel to Evaluate the Quality of the 2020 Census. This panel will prepare a consensus study report that will serve as a thorough operational and procedural review of the 2020 Census, to both assess the trustworthiness of the 2020 Census data products and to provide solid ground for the testing and experimentation that will lead to the 2030 Census. CNSTAT is seeking nominees with expertise in survey and census methodology, including management of large-scale survey field operations; statistical and…
National Academies Convenes Activities Exploring the Future of Education Research and Statistics
The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM) has launched several activities in partnership with the Department of Education to identify areas for growth in the fields of education research and education statistics in the federal government, especially programs within the Departmentâs Institute of Education Sciences (IES). On May 10, the National Academies panel on A Vision and Roadmap for Education Statistics in 2030 and Beyond held its first public meeting to develop a plan for modernizing education statistics at IESâs National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) by the year 2030. The panel will produce a report that prioritizes…
NYU Professor Anna Harvey Named Next SSRC President
The Social Science Research Council (SSRC), a COSSA member, has named Anna Harvey, a leading scholar of government, law, and inequality, and professor of politics at New York University, as its 15th president and CEO. Dr. Harvey succeeds Alondra Nelson, who has since taken a key role in the Biden Administrationâs Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP). Dr. Harvey, a political scientist by training is a founding director of NYUâs Public Safety Lab and also holds appointments as professor of law and of data science. She assumes her new role on July 1.
AAPSS to Host Virtual Moynihan Prize Event with William Nordhaus
The American Academy of Political and Social Science (AAPSS) and SAGE Publishing will co-host a Moynihan Prize event on May 13 at 3:00pm ET titled âA Turning Point for International Climate Policy? New Approaches to Environmental and Economic Cooperation.â The event will include a webinar and panel discussion focused on international economic and regulatory approaches to environmental policy Nobel laureate and Moynihan Prize recipient William Nordhaus. The event will take place at 3. More details and information on registration is available here.
Bylaws
About Us Home » About Us » Bylaws About Us Board of Directors Our Team Bylaws Annual Awards In the News History BYLAWS OF THE CONSORTIUM OF SOCIAL SCIENCE ASSOCIATIONS ARTICLE I Purposes This Corporation is organized for the purpose of promoting the social and behavioral sciences. This includes, but is not limited to, legislative and policy activities directly related to the advancement of the social and behavioral sciences, educating members of the public on the utility of social and behavioral science research, and facilitating discourse on issues and concerns of the Governing Members. In conducting its activities the Corporation…
Board of Directors
About Us Home » About Us » Board of Directors About Us Board of Directors Our Team Bylaws Annual Awards In the News History Board of Directors The COSSA Board of Directors manages the business and affairs of the organization. The Board is composed of one (1) representative from each of COSSA’s Governing Member associations plus three to five (3-5) at-large directors and the Executive Director (ex officio). OFFICERS CHAIR Danielle Staudt, Population Association of America (2023-2024) TREASURER Steven Boutcher, Law and Society Association (2023-2024) EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR & SECRETARY Wendy A. Naus, Consortium of Social Science Associations Board of Directors…
COSSA Statement in Support of the National Science Foundation for the Future Act (H.R. 2225)
The Consortium of Social Science Associations (COSSA) is pleased to endorse the bipartisan National Science Foundation for the Future Act (H.R. 2225), introduced by leaders of the House Science, Space and Technology Committee, Representatives Eddie Bernice Johnson (D-TX), Frank Lucas (R-OK), Haley Stevens (D-MI), and Michael Waltz (R-FL). We are especially appreciative of the open and consultative process used to develop this important legislation and attention paid to the utility of the social and behavioral sciences in bringing scientific findings to bear on solving critical societal challenges. Further, the NSF for the Future Act takes a holistic approach to NSF…
Member Benefits
Members Home » Members » Member Benefits Members Join COSSA Member Benefits Pay COSSA Dues Subscribe to Members-Only Emails Member Benefits COSSA is a nonprofit advocacy organization working to promote sustainable federal funding for and widespread use of social and behavioral science research as well as federal policies that positively impact the conduct of research. COSSA serves as a united voice for a broad, diverse network of organizations, institutions, communities, and stakeholders who care about a successful and vibrant social science research enterprise. The COSSA membership includes professional and disciplinary associations, scientific societies, research centers and institutes, and U.S. colleges…