Looking for practical guidance on planning an #RCT? Check out these #ResearchResources on Project Planning for advice on ethics and #IRB approval, power calculations, grant management, & more! https://povertyactionlab.org/research-resources

How did evidence from an #RCT in the US prompt legislative and administrative changes to expand #housingchoice for low-income families? Read our Evidence to Policy story to learn more about how rigorous research led to meaningful housing policy reform 🏠: https://j-p.al/ov1

How can researchers and governments build strong #research partnerships that last? A🆕post on the J-PAL blog post shares key insights on this question from a discussion at our Evidence Matters webinar, co-hosted by LEO and Carrie Cihak. Read the blog: www.povertyactionlab.org/blog/4-24-26...

A randomized evaluation found that providing letters of recommendation📨 to young people after a summer job led to improved outcomes in employment and earnings 📈 over four years. Read more: https://www.povertyactionlab.org/evaluation/letters-recommendation-youth-employment-united-states

❓Did you know that J-PAL affiliated researchers have conducted > 1,100 RCTs in 90+ countries? Our introductory resource highlights examples of this work and provides a non-technical intro to running an #RCT. #EconTwitter https://www.povertyactionlab.org/resource/introduction-randomized-evaluations

🚨NEW J-PAL publication! This policy brief reviews the evidence on emergency financial assistance, also referred to as emergency rental assistance—a key strategy to keep people housed and prevent evictions. Read the takeaways from the evidence: www.povertyactionlab.org/policy-brief...

When exploring the possibility of a randomized evaluation with an implementing partner, early power calculations can help determine feasibility. 💡 Check out our #ResearchResources for a quick refresher. https://www.povertyactionlab.org/resource/quick-guide-power-calculations

👂 Thinking about applying to our Research Staff Training, taking place in Beverly MA from August 4-6? Hear directly from past participants on how RST helped them build skills, confidence, and community. 📖 Read their experiences and apply by June 12: www.povertyactionlab.org/blog/11-14-2...

🗣️ Let’s talk randomization! Check out these #ResearchResources to review the framework for randomization, understand different randomization methods, or see code samples.👩‍💻 https://www.povertyactionlab.org/resource/randomization

Don’t miss the next Evidence Matters webinar happening on Monday, 6/2 at 3pm ET! The session will provide a deep dive into the practical “how-to” of incorporating evidence into local budgeting. 🔗Register today! docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Researchers provided borrowers in the US w/ info about the costs of payday loans. Better informed individuals ⬇️ their demand significantly, suggesting that getting consumers to think broadly about the decision may reduce the amount of payday borrowing. https://j-p.al/pyd

How can schools limit the amount of plagiarism among students? A randomized evaluation found that an online anti-plagiarism tutorial reduced incidents of plagiarism by roughly two-thirds. https://www.povertyactionlab.org/evaluation/student-plagiarism-and-rational-ignorance-united-states

For #HealthyVisionMonth, learn how providing vision screenings and free glasses 👓 to students from low-income families improved their educational outcomes: https://www.povertyactionlab.org/evaluation/providing-vision-screening-and-free-eyeglasses-elementary-schools-united-states

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A J-PAL North America-funded pilot evaluating Chat2Learn, a text-messaging program that delivers open-ended prompts w/ illustrations encouraging conversation among parents & kids, found the program improved parent interactions w/ their kids in a lab setting. More: papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers....

🗣️ Let’s talk randomization! Check out these #ResearchResources if you want to review the framework for randomization, understand different randomization methods, or see code samples.👩‍💻 www.povertyactionlab.org/resource/ran...

Working with CMS, researchers studied the impact of sending informative letters to high prescribers of Seroquel. The findings show how #evaluation can identify effective ways to reduce unnecessary prescriptions for patients: www.povertyactionlab.org/evaluation/e...

What is the impact of online political ads? 💻 Voters 📮 randomly exposed to Facebook ads were in some cases more likely to recall the ads, but no more likely to recognize or positively evaluate the candidates they depicted. www.povertyactionlab.org/evaluation/d...

✅ Planning an #RCT in the United States? Don’t miss a step—review our checklist for launching a randomized evaluation. #ResearchResources https://povertyactionlab.org/resource/checklist-launching-randomized-evaluation-united-states

Check out our 🆕 blog post highlighting key insights from our March Evidence Matters webinar, co-hosted with LEO and Carrie Cihak, on building effective government-researcher partnerships. 🔗Read more on the J-PAL blog: www.povertyactionlab.org/blog/4-24-26...

Don’t miss an update! 📬 Subscribe to J-PAL North America’s newsletters to stay informed on our work and news in the evidence-based policy world: https://j-p.al/NA_News

How can local governments partner with researchers to evaluate innovative programs? In a 🆕 post on the @JPAL blog, @JeffreyLiebman and former Chelsea MA City Manager Tom Ambrosino share a behind-the-scenes look at the Chelsea Eats program🛒 Read the blog: https://j-p.al/eb9568

How can schools limit the amount of plagiarism among students? A randomized evaluation found that an online anti-plagiarism tutorial reduced incidents of plagiarism by roughly two-thirds. https://www.povertyactionlab.org/evaluation/student-plagiarism-and-rational-ignorance-united-states

📣Next week on 4/29, tune in to a @pennchibe.bsky.social webinar to hear from J-PAL affiliated researcher Joe Doyle on the importance of mean reversion in evaluating health care delivery using insights from a study on food-as-medicine. 🔗Register today: chibe.upenn.edu/event/joseph...

Are you planning a large-scale survey project? 📋 These #ResearchResources offer guidance on in-house data collection, including detailed steps on recruiting and training a field team. https://www.povertyactionlab.org/resource/surveyor-hiring-and-training

The Oregon Health Insurance Experiment (OHIE), completed in 2013, provided groundbreaking evidence on the impact of #Medicaid on health, financial health, and well-being. But what does this study tell us about the value of #evidence and #evaluation in Medicaid? 🧵⬇️

Keep your data secure! 🔒 Our #ResearchResources walk through data security guidance with particular considerations for #RCTs. https://www.povertyactionlab.org/resource/data-security-procedures-researchers

What role can cash transfers play in people’s lives? The Chelsea Eats study examined how giving people monthly cash transfers of up to US$400 impacted their health, spending, & other outcomes. 🎥Check out a new video to learn about the program & findings: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2aN0Vw9skoo

Looking for measurement & survey design resources? These regularly updated, crowd-sourced #ResearchResources compile measurement tools, difficulties, & solutions on topics from health to energy & environment:https://www.povertyactionlab.org/resource/repository-measurement-and-survey-design-resources

Data-sharing policies are increasingly becoming the norm for many academic journals, government institutions, and funders. For a detailed checklist on publishing research data from randomized evaluations, review these #ResearchResources. https://www.povertyactionlab.org/resource/data-publication

🤔How can parents have more engaging conversations with their kids? A new study from @arielkalil.bsky.social and Linxi Lu evaluated in a lab setting the Chat2Learn program that provides open-ended conversation prompts with illustrations for parents. Learn more: papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers....

Are you working on a grant proposal? ✍ For guidance on pre-proposal planning, research proposals, and budget proposals, check out these thorough #ResearchResources. https://www.povertyactionlab.org/resource/grant-proposals

Are you conducting randomized evaluations or teaching the technique to others? Check out our #ResearchResources 📖 for guidance and materials on the whole #RCT lifecycle 👇 https://j-p.al/research-resources

We’re celebrating #CommunityCollegeMonth! 🎓 Research by J-PAL affiliated researchers found that combining case management with emergency financial aid led to higher graduation rates among community college students. Learn more: www.povertyactionlab.org/evaluation/i...

For help managing a survey team in the field, check out these #ResearchResources. They discuss logistics like field team communication, payment processes, survey team safety, and considerations for remote surveys. 📲 https://www.povertyactionlab.org/resource/field-team-management

In a new blog post & video, J-PAL affiliated researcher Jeffrey Liebman & former City Manager of Chelsea, MA, Tom Ambrosino share the motivation, design, and results of the Chelsea Eats program. 📃Read the blog: https://j-p.al/eb9568 🎥Watch the video: https://j-p.al/ea6

Our policy insight, which draws lessons from 19 randomized evaluations, highlights the interventions that successfully (and unsuccessfully) reduced barriers for jobseekers 📇. https://www.povertyactionlab.org/policy-insight/reducing-search-barriers-job-seekers

Randomized evaluations require collaboration and communication between many stakeholders. For guidance on when and how to communicate about research results, take a look at our #ResearchResources. https://www.povertyactionlab.org/resource/communicating-partner-about-results

As we seek to expand the base of evidence on strategies to reduce homelessness, we partner with direct service providers who are committed to rigorous evaluation. Learn more about our #RCT partners: https://www.povertyactionlab.org/initiative-projects/11

Racial and gender discrimination can be a barrier to upward mobility. Evidence-based policies can help address these disparities. Learn more on the J-PAL blog: https://www.povertyactionlab.org/blog/11-6-20/promoting-upward-mobility-partnership-state-and-local-governments-intersection-gender

This #NationalPublicHealthWeek, we are highlighting research from J-PAL North America Co-Scientific Director Amy Finkelstein and coauthors on what communication methods are most effective in increasing #Medicaid take-up 🩺 Learn about the results: www.povertyactionlab.org/evaluation/n...

Does gift matching ⬆️ charitable donations 🎁? A randomized evaluation found that matching gifts effectively ⬆️ donations, but larger match ratios didn’t result in more donations than smaller ratios. https://www.povertyactionlab.org/evaluation/effect-matching-ratios-charitable-giving-united-states

📣 Applications are OPEN for J-PAL North America's Research Staff Training (RST)! 🎓 3-day in-person training for RAs 📊 Learn power calcs, measurement & more 🤝 Connect with peers from around the world 📅 Apply by 6/12 📍Attend RST in Beverly, MA from Aug 4-6 🔗 www.povertyactionlab.org/event/j-pal-...

⏰ Applications for the J-PAL North America ARTEMIS program close on April 8, 2026! If you are an early-career researchers with strong quantitative skills, a passion for poverty alleviation, and an interest in #RCT research, this is for you. Apply now 🔗 https://j-p.al/ARTEMIS

Are you beginning a research partnership with an implementing organization? 🤝 Our #ResearchResources outline steps to formalize your partnership, including working agreements, communications strategy, and data sharing agreements. www.povertyactionlab.org/resource/for...

Evidence helps us understand what works to increase enrollment in #Medicaid. A study by J-PAL affiliated researcher Katherine Baicker & coauthors found that "nudges" such as phone calls and letters can be effective in increasing Medicaid enrollment: www.povertyactionlab.org/evaluation/n...

Each year during the US #tax filing season, some citizens do not file—potentially costing them benefits. Results from two evaluations showed that one-time reminders ⬆️ filing rates for a single tax year, while follow-up reminders continued to ⬆️ filing. www.povertyactionlab.org/evaluation/s...

Randomized evaluations may involve lengthy coding projects and multiple research staff. Our #ResearchResources detail steps to establish clear internal guidelines on how to code. https://www.povertyactionlab.org/resource/coding-resources-randomized-evaluations

🚨 LAST CHANCE to apply to @JPAL_NA's #ClimateActionLearningLab! Calling all climate leaders from local governments, nonprofits, and industries interested in identifying and scaling effective climate mitigation and adaptation strategies across the US. www.povertyactionlab.org/page/j-pal-n...

Want to learn more about #RCTs? Check out our #ResearchResources on the elements of randomized evaluation for an intro to theory of change, measurement, study design, data analysis & more! https://www.povertyactionlab.org/resource/elements-randomized-evaluation