Out now! M. L. Edwards analyzes NEPA reforms under Trump and Biden, demonstrating how regulatory change reflects broader logics of governance. His study underscores the need for a nuanced view of environmental policy shifts. Link in the comments! #PolicyStudies #policyprocess #publicpolicy #polisci

Subnational governments are emerging as key arenas of climate governance. This article by I. Bailey & R. Karapin explores how states in the US and Australia can shape or compensate for weak national climate policy. Link in the comments! #PolicyStudies #policyprocess #publicpolicy #polisci

Out now! R. McGovern et al. test the Narrative Policy Framework’s media hypothesis via Ghana’s energy crisis. Comparing private & state news, they show when & how media act as contributors. Link in comments! #PolicyStudies #policyprocess #publicpolicy #polisci #npf

New in RPR! Using Ghana as a case study, this paper by F. L. K. Ohemeng attempts to demonstrate, from a historical institutional perspective, why capacity problems in Africa continue to exist. Link in the comment! #PolicyStudies #policyprocess #publicpolicy #polisci

This paper by A. V. Lopes & M. A. M. Oliveira explains how public appointments shape the profile of the top-level public bureaucracy, based on the analysis of the appointments of directors of the largest independent Brazilian agency. Link in the comments! #PolicyStudies #policyprocess #publicpolicy

Despite extensive work on policy diffusion, its Western roots limit applicability, and little is known about mechanisms in non-Western contexts. Y. Yang studies paths to successful environmental pilot policy diffusion in China. Link in comments! #PolicyStudies #policyprocess #publicpolicy #polisci

Out now! This study by Y. Bao, M. Hua & Z. Fang examines if teachers’ sense of meaninglessness under China’s “Double Reduction” policy drives exhaustion and weakens professional identity. Link in comments! #PolicyStudies #policyprocess #publicpolicy #polisci

Focusing on public–private partnership (PPP) policies, this study by H. Sun & L. Zhou adopts both qualitative comparative analysis (QCA) and necessary condition analysis (NCA) to examine policy reinvention across 36 cities in China. Link in the comments! #PolicyStudies #policyprocess #publicpolicy

This research by J. E. Boscarino explores an underexamined aspect of narratives in the policy process: how the act of narration affects participants, contributing to NPF theory building and future research. Link in the comments! #PolicyStudies #policyprocess #publicpolicy #polisci

By exploring combinations of educative and non-­educative nudges on citizens' co-­production intentions, this study by T. Zhai et al. seeks to advance our understanding of the role of nudges in fostering public participation. Link in the comments! #PolicyStudies #policyprocess #polisci #nudging

New in RPR! Y. Zhao et al. examine differences in pandemic-related policy choices and propose a framework to analyze how attention is allocated to post-pandemic recovery under conditional constraints, using the attention-based view. Link in comments! #PolicyStudies #policyprocess #publicpolicy

Out now! This new study by L. Lecuyer & M. Verrier explores how new procedural instruments drive institutional innovation in US agri-climate policy, focusing on farmers' roles in local implementation. Link in the comments! #PolicyStudies #policyprocess #publicpolicy #polisci

In this paper, S. B. Bush argues that climate policy must account not only for the risks of fossil fuel dependence but also for the environmental and geopolitical risks tied to critical minerals essential for green technologies. Link in the comments! #PolicyStudies #policyprocess #publicpolicy

In an age of mounting global crises, the role of crisis management in public administration is increasingly vital. This paper by Q. Miao, J. Ahmad & A.R. Villadsen fills a key gap through a systematic review of the field. Link in the comments! #PolicyStudies #policyprocess #publicpolicy #polisci

New in RPR! This study by M. Park et al. adopts a policy-centric perspective to explore the complex relationship between sustainable nitrogen management (SNM) and the health risks associated with unsafe drinking water. Link in comments. #PolicyStudies #policyprocess #publicpolicy #polisci

Policymaking in India is often top down, and agriculture is no exception. This paper by M. S. Islam & H. S. K. Nathan explores the Odisha Millets Mission (OMM), known for its inclusive, end-to-end approach. The GAME framework captures key design elements. Link in comments! #PolicyStudies #publicpol

Out now! K. Alvarez Noli reviews California’s oversight of 1,3-D, showing how regulators relied on industry models, minimized short-term exposure spikes, and rufused stricter standards from public health agencies. Link in comments. #PolicyStudies #policyprocess #publicpolicy #polisci

New in RPR! A. B. Swarga, G. Lowatcharin & P. Setthasuravich review 98 studies using Kingdon’s MSA in the Global South, highlighting limits around power, external actors, and centralized governance and propose important adjustments. Link in comments. #PolicyStudies #policyprocess #publicpol #polisci

Out now! This review by R. Kovács & A. Veselý examines 36 studies using population-based survey experiments (PBSE) in public policy. It identifies 4 PBSE types, covers 5 policy areas, and highlights key strengths, challenges & best practices. Link in the comments! #PolicyStudies #policyprocess

By examining the paradox between policy learning and capacity, this study compares Hong Kong and Singapore’s responses to SARS and COVID-19. S. Sharma, X. Wu & G. Papyshev show how learning both requires and builds key capacities. Link in comments! #PolicyStudies #policyprocess #publicpol #polisci

We’re proud to share that RPR’s 2024 Journal Impact Factor has increased from 2.3 to 3.2, maintaining its Q1 ranking.🥳 Thanks to growing citations and submissions – and to our dedicated authors, reviewers, readers and STEP! #PolicyStudies #policyprocess #publicpolicy #polisci #JIF

Out now! Using panel data from 283 Chinese cities, this study by Q. Wang, J. Zeng & F. Duan addresses a research gap and explores the diminishing marginal returns of the pilot designation system in environmental governance. Link in the comments! #PolicyStudies #policyprocess #publicpolicy #polisci

How has Vietnam's food security discourse evolved post-Mekong Delta Plan? Based on 112 policy documents, P. M. Tang presents her research finding in the new SI, revealing strategic securitization by the authoritarian environmental state. Link in the comments! #PolicyStudies #policyprocess #polisci

By creating a comprehensive analytical framework that incorporates the Narrative Policy Framework and the “beneficial-risky” media frames, J. Liu et al. analyze the coverage of AIGC by Chinese traditional media and social media creators. Link in comments! #PolicyStudies #policyprocess #publicpolicy

We’re proud to share RPR’s latest #CiteScore: 6.0 in 2024, maintaining its Q1 ranking!🥳 Thanks to growing citations and submissions – and to our dedicated authors, reviewers, readers and STEP! #PolicyStudies #policyprocess #publicpolicy #polisci

Out now! A new study by @joshuabasseches.bsky.social et al. presents survey experiment results on Virginia voters' views of regulatory versus pricing-based policy designs from the state’s 2020 Clean Economy Act. Link in comments! #PolicyStudies #policyprocess #publicpolicy #polisci

In this paper, X. Chen and Y. Liu examine whether Chinese leaders’ administrative experience influenced the timing of local crisis decisions. They identify three experience types that may shape early crisis responses. Link in comments! #PolicyStudies #policyprocess #publicpolicy #polisci

Out now! This study by S. Grännsjö, E. Petridou, J. Sparf & C. M. Weible explores how advocacy coalition beliefs shape policy narratives over time, tracing the maturation of Sweden’s P/CVE policy subsystem (2013–2022). Link in the comments! #PolicyStudies #policyprocess #publicpolicy #ACF_research

New in RPR! Focusing on the demand for academic knowledge by policymakers and its supply by universities, this study by T. A. Butt and F. Hussain investigates the role of academia in Pakistan's policy advisory system. Link in the comments! #PolicyStudies #policyprocess #publicpolicy #polisci

Through a content analysis of politicians' statements across 41 weather-related events, this study by M. N. Tutan explores how Turkish government and opposition actors use blame-game strategies during such disasters. Link in the comments! #PolicyStudies #policyprocess #publicpolicy #polisci

While examining the roles of political parties, interest groups, and public salience, this new study by G. Bazzan, C. S. Vogeler, and J. Kuenzler investigates the conditions for successful implementation of pesticide reduction policies. Link in the comments! #PolicyStudies #policyprocess #publicpol

Out now! This study by Y. Zhang, H. Wang & M. Zhao uses a conjoint experiment in China to explore how policy instruments affect willingness to coproduce public services by shaping perceived administrative burdens. Link in comments! #PolicyStudies #policyprocess #publicpolicy #polisci

Using the Dordogne Department (France) as a case study, P. Vola et al. explore how innovative policy mixes can support sustainable public food procurement. Out now in the new SI, guest edited by C. Brock & K. Olofsson! #PolicyStudies #policyprocess #publicpol onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...

Using the 2019 Chinese Social Survey data, this paper by H. Wang, X. Gong & K. Zhang explores the impact of social insurance policies, particularly pension & medical insurance, on citizens' political voting. #PolicyStudies #policyprocess #publicpolicy #polisci onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10....

By highlighting an actor-centered view on pro-environmental behavior, S. K. Schwarz & N. Behnke develop a framework linking policymakers' values, public expectations & strategy to urban sustainability pledges. #PolicyStudies #policyprocess #publicpol #polisci onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10....

New in RPR! N. Nadeau & R. Berardo use cellular agriculture to refine methods and advance #ACF_research on early coalition dynamics in nascent policy subsystems. #PolicyStudies #policyprocess #publicpolicy #polisci onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10....

New in RPR! Using the Advocacy Coalition Framework (#ACF_research), this paper by E. Ikpebe examines the development of the minimum marriageable age in the United States. #PolicyStudies #policyprocess #publicpolicy #polisci onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10....

✨ Lovely to see interest in our article on framing bias in Artificial Intelligence policy Many thanks to everyone for the interest in issues of intersectional bias & AI, tech fixes & wicked problems! Our article is available open access in @rpr-journal.bsky.social here doi.org/10.1111/ropr... #AI

Using the Narrative Policy Framework, N. Jeschke, B. L. Smith & D. A. Crow examine how public narratives and community support for climate-resilient policies shifted in response to the Marshall Fire. #PolicyStudies #policyprocess #publicpolicy #polisci onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10....

New in RPR! F. S. Somali & U. Poyraz show squatter housing policy in Türkiye followed historical continuities and path dependency, with neoliberalism reinforcing rather than reshaping trajectories. #PolicyStudies #policyprocess #publicpolicy #polisci onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10....

Focusing on regional variations and influencing factors, this study by M. K. Dzordzormenyoh, E. Amoah, C. Dzordzormenyoh & J. O. Domeh examines public perception of Ghana’s Free SHS policy. #PolicyStudies #policyprocess #publicpolicy #polisci onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1...

New in RPR! By using a conjoint experiment in China, this study by Y. Li, H. Jiang & M. Yang, examines the role of social norms and monetary incentives in enhancing policy compliance with waste sorting. #PolicyStudies #policyprocess #publicpolicy #polisci onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10....

Public trust varies by worldview: The study by M. C. Nowlin, C. Anderson and J. Reedy on nuclear waste policy shows that hierarchs trust experts and officials, while egalitarians trust citizens. #PolicyStudies #policyprocess #publicpolicy #polisci onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10....

New #ACF_study on #devilshift and #angelshift: @allegrafullerton.bsky.social, @evrop-anka.bsky.social &Weible show how advocacy coalitions ascribe emotions to opponents and allies in #genderpolicy debates. #PolicyStudies #policyprocess #publicpolicy #polisci onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10....

New in RPR! J. Beyer explores the evolution of path dependence in policy research, its diverse interpretations, and applications in social and environmental policy. #PolicyStudies #policyprocess #publicpolicy #polisci onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10....

#WickedProblems, e.g., #ClimateChange, are difficult to solve & a challenge for #ScienceCommunicators to explain. In 20 cases in Germany, Kirschke & Kosow found diverse strategies in communicating wicked problems at #science-society-policy interfaces. @rpr-journal.bsky.social doi.org/10.1111/ropr...

X. Li, C. Wu & J. Zhang explore China's adaptive policy transfer approaches, highlighting expert-led methods and the role of niche cultivation in effective policy adaptation across political regimes. #PolicyStudies #policyprocess #publicpolicy #polisci onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10....

The study by L. Ma, B. Chen, T. Christensen & W. Liu finds that interagency coordination in China (2005-2022) has increased over time, dominated by powerful agencies and focused on economic and social policies. #PolicyStudies #WileyPolitics #STEP_APSA onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10....

New in RPR! C. Ran, P. Rui, L. Songtang & L. Hongxia apply new collective action theory to explore grassroots challenges in farmland protection, proposing a dual model for optimizing policy implementation in China. #PolicyStudies #WileyPolitics #STEP_APSA onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10....

The study by @kaylamgabehart.bsky.social explores rural-urban divides and evolving coalitions in Colorado's gray wolf reintroduction debate, using the Advocacy Coalition Framework and Emotion Belief Analysis. #PolicyStudies #WileyPolitics #STEP_APSA onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10....