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On this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Joshua Weller, an assistant professor of psychology at Oregon State University. Dr. Weller received his Ph.D. in Psychology from the University of Iowa. His research broadly focuses on how affective and cognitive processes contribute to decision-making and risk perceptions and, more particularly, on the development of psychological scales to quantify individual differences in risk taking tendencies and decision-making competence. His research has been funded by the National Science Foundation, the American Automobile Association Foundation, and the National Institute of Drug Abuse. Dr. Weller teaches courses on Judgment and Decision Making, Personality, and Psychometrics.

Segment 1: What is psychometrics [00:00-15:28]

In this first segment, Josh describes the components of psychometrics (the scientific study of the attributes of tests) and offers some examples of how psychometrics are used in research and instrument design.

Segment 2: Josh's research and applications of psychometrics [15:29-35:49]

In segment two, Josh shares more about his research in risk-taking and how psychometrics have contributed to this research.

Bonus Clip: Statistics and Fantasy Baseball 00:00-11:34]

In this bonus clip, Josh shares about his experience using his skills and experience with statistics and research on risk-taking for his hobby of fantasy baseball.

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On today's episode, I'm joined by Kirsten Behling, the Director of the Office of Disability Services (ODS) at Suffolk University. Prior to joining Suffolk, Kirsten worked for the University Centers of Excellence on Disability at both the University of Massachusetts Boston and the University of New Hampshire. At both institutions Kirsten wrote and directed projects funded by the Office of Postsecondary Education in the U.S. Department of Education on inclusive practices for students with disabilities in postsecondary education. Kirsten is currently leading a team of disability service professionals in partnership with the University of Connecticut in the development of an online certificate course for Disability Services in Higher Education. Kirsten also speaks nationally on the topics of universal design in higher education, strategies for effectively educating faculty on working with students with disabilities and accessibility online learning. She also serves at the president of the New England Association of Higher Education and Disability Services (AHEAD).

(After this episode was recorded, Kirsten accepted a new position at Tufts University as the Director of Student Accessibility Services.)

Segment 1: Benefits of research/writing collaborations [00:00-11:55]

In this first segment, Kirsten and Katie talk about their collaborative work and some of the benefits they have found from research and writing collaborations.

Segment 2: What to do when a research or writing collaboration goes bad [11:56-23:40]

In segment two, Kirsten and Katie share some experiences with collaborations that have not gone as well as they would have liked and offer strategies to respond to challenging situations.

Segment 3: What makes a good research collaborator/collaboration? [23:41-35:00]

In segment three, Kirsten and Katie share some of the components they look for to set up a strong collaboration from the start.

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Bonus Clip: Examples of Research Misconduct Cases [00:00-6:11]

In this bonus clip, Jim shares some additional examples of research misconduct cases that he's worked on during his time with NSF's OIG.

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On this episode of the "Research in Action" podcast, I am joinedby Dr. Jim Kroll, the Director of Research Integrity andAdministrative Investigations for the National Science Foundation'sOffice of the Inspector General, where he has worked since 2001. Inthis role, Jim is primarily responsible for leading theinvestigation and resolution of all allegations that, ifsubstantiated, would result in administrative action rather thancivil or criminal prosecution. These include such things asallegations of research misconduct under NSF proposals and awards;certain types of employee misconduct; and violations of NSFregulations, policy or directives. Prior to working for the OIG,Jim served 21 years as a meteorological officer with the U.S. AirForce. Jim completed his undergraduate studies at RutgersUniversity where he received his B.S. in Meteorology. He laterattended North Carolina State University where he received his M.S.and his Ph.D. in Atmospheric Sciences.

Segment 1: The Office of the Inspector Generalat NSF [00:00-9:47]

In this first segment, Jim and I talk about what the Office ofthe Inspector General is and the role that Jim plays in thatoffice.

Segment 2: Procedures and Examples[9:48-21:23]

In segment two, Jim and I talk about the general procedure whenthe OIG is made aware of potential research misconduct. Jim sharessome of the sources of allegations and offers some examples ofcases he has worked on.

Segment 3: Responsible Conduct of Research[21:24-32:29]

In segment three, Jim and I discuss Responsible Conduct ofResearch (RCR) training requirements from NSF and Jim'srecommendation for the training of new researchers.

Bonus Clip: Examples of ResearchMisconduct Cases [00:00-6:11]

In this bonus clip, Jim shares some additional examples ofresearch misconduct cases that he's worked on during his time withNSF's OIG.

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On this episode of the "Research in Action" podcast, I share some of the organizational strategies for juggling multiple research projects that I’ve developed over my time as a researcher. I would also love to hear from listeners about whether you use these strategies or if there are other helpful tips you have for moving multiple projects forward simultaneously.

Segment 1: Strategies for getting things out of your head [00:00-10:14]

In this first segment, I talk about several strategies for writing down or logging projects so that you aren’t taking up mental energy by keeping them all in your head. More specifically, I talk about white board use, conducting a project audit, and my calendaring strategies.

Segment 2: Strategies for sharing the load [10:15-18:51]

In segment two, I share several strategies for sharing and delegating research tasks, which can also serve to help keep you accountable when working on multiple projects simultaneously.

Segment 3: Strategies for keeping multiple projects organized [18:52-31:44]

In segment three, I discuss some strategies for organizing multiple projects and share some digital resources that I’ve found to be helpful.

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Bonus Clip: Pathways to Becoming a Social Demographer [00:00-2:49]

On this episode of the "Research in Action" podcast, I’m joined by Lena Etuk, a Social Demographer at the Oregon State University Extension Service. Lena has a Masters of Science in Sociology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, with a specialty in social stratification and demography. Since joining the OSU Extension Service, she has worked to increase Oregonians’ access to social scientific information that can help them and their communities realize positive change. She works with community members, non-profits, government, public agencies, and Extension Service faculty to create, recognize, and capitalize on opportunities for data-driven decision making.

Segment 1: What is social demography? [00:00-9:55]

In this first segment, Lena defines demography and social demography and offers some examples of the issues that social demographers are concerned with that effect population change. Lena also describes the work of applied social demography.

Segment 2: Applications of social demography [9:56-20:25]

In segment two, Lena describes some of the skills and methods of social demographers and how social demographers specialize.

Segment 3: Fostering a culture of data-driven decision making [20:26-30:51]

In segment three, Lena and I discuss definitions of data and whether anecdote can be considered as data.

Bonus Clip: Pathways to Becoming a Social Demographer [00:00-2:49]

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Bonus Clip # 2 [00:00-2:49]: Mixed Methods in the Health Sciences

Bonus Clip # 1 [00:00-2:30]: International Approaches to Mixed Methods and the Mixed Methods International Research Association (MMIRA)