Research

We conduct pioneering research focused on the populations we serve.

All of our Center’s work is data-driven and evidence-informed. Our novel research lays the groundwork for generating innovative tools and resources to support the mental health and success of diverse students.

Learn about and participate in our current research.

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CCCSEW Research Study Registry

If you identify as Asian or Asian American, partner with us by being a Research Participant. By enrolling in our Research Study Registry you have an opportunity to share your experience with researchers through surveys and interviews. Results are used to develop evidence-based resources that can help our community.

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Racism Research

Our article, "Potential Impact of COVID-19–Related Racial Discrimination on the Health of Asian Americans," was published in the influential American Journal of Public Health. This peer-reviewed commentary reviews links between discrimination and health/mental health and describes the likely public health implications of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Project ALICE

ALICE stands for Acculturation, Loneliness, Identity, Community/Social support, and Emotional Wellbeing of Chinese International Students. The purpose of this study is to understand the current experiences of Chinese international students during the turmoil of the COVID-19 pandemic and the U.S. presidential election.

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CARES Study

The goal of the COVID-19 Adult Resilience Experiences Study (CARES) is to understand the physical and emotional well-being of young adults during the COVID-19 pandemic. We are currently enrolling a cohort of 2,000 young adults in the United States to participate in our research study funded by the National Science Foundation.

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Project PRAISE

The goal of Pandemic Resilience in Asian Immigrants: Study of Experiences (PRAISE) is to learn more about the experiences of Asian immigrant parents during the COVID-19 pandemic. Through online surveys, we hope to learn more about family experiences, parenting, stress, social support, and resilience during this difficult time.

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Learn more about our approach to research.

Our research is guided by two primary objectives:

  1.  To identify risk and resilience factors among diverse students, with an initial focus on Asian Americans. We clarify the challenges faced by students while also exploring the resilience that comes from culture, social connectedness, and overcoming challenges.

  2. To develop and implement effective approaches for improving mental health for diverse students, families, and communities. We specifically seek to understand and influence culturally informed mental health attitudes and family communication styles.

Our approach rests on a bedrock of robust community partnerships, and our findings inform advocacy and best practices that directly benefit the students and families we serve.

Our faculty regularly collaborate to publish peer-reviewed original research articles and textbook chapters, and share our findings at regional and national education and healthcare professional meetings. Our work has been featured in the New York Times, NBC News, CBS News, Boston Globe, Newsweek, and World Journal (世界新聞網).