The application period for our NYS Science Policy Fellowship is now open! PhDs in science, technology, or engineering should apply. Fellows will work closely with senior policymakers in the NYS governor's office, the legislature, and state agencies. 👇 rockinst.org/news/article/c…

As US voters go to the polls, the future of marijuana policy at the state, local, and federal level is one of the many decisions they will face. In my latest for Rockefeller Institute, I highlight how marijuana is on the ballot this election day. rockinst.org/blog/buds-on-t…

Our project is officially underway! Check out the Sharing Information to Stop Mass Shootings (SISMS) project webpage, which has information on our data collection efforts, forthcoming analysis, training development, and key project personnel. SISMS: rockinst.org/sisms

We are excited to share the new website for our #TVTP grant project from Homeland Security! Get more information on our project, sign up for updates, and more! A very special thank you to Joel Tirado for his amazing work on this. Learn more about #SISMS - rockinst.org/SISMS

Thanks Josh Breslow and LiveNOW from FOX for having Rockefeller Institute Director of Operations and Fellow Heather Trela on to talk about cannabis legalization efforts across the states this Election Day. Watch the interview 👇 livenowfox.com/video/1542806

It's been a minute since I've been on the Rockefeller Institute Policy Outsider podcast, threatening my reign as one of the most frequent guests. So I'm back to talk Election '24 and its impact on marijuana policy at the federal, state, and local level. Take a listen.

ICYMI: We talked with the head of the Rockefeller Institute about their recommendations on distributing state education aid in the future. capitolpressroom.org/2024/12/02/rep…

If you’re at the #2024FirearmResearchConf, be sure to stop by and learn more about the Regional Gun Violence Research Consortium! Regional Gun Violence Research Consortium Rockefeller Institute

"I see the epidemic of gun violence as one of the defining inequities of the 21st century," says Dr. Brooklynn Hitchens, in our new member highlight. Learn more about Dr. Hitchens and her research. 👇 rockinst.org/blog/rgvrc-mem…

Just released: Check out our annual report for the #RGVRC for 2024! Our network of more than 140 experts across 26 states provides policymakers and practitioners with comprehensive research and solutions for addressing gun violence. Read more at rockinst.org/issue-area/rgv….

VA Governor Youngkin once again vetoed legislation that would create a recreational marijuana sales plan in the state. If his veto holds, Virginia will likely usurp Maine as the state that took the longest to implement sales after legalization.

As the Florida State University community works to navigate the aftermath of last week’s tragic shooting, we wanted to share resources from our survivors project. These are crafted from the unique perspectives and experiences of other mass shooting survivors. rockinst.org/gun-violence/s…

"New York State Budget Includes $1 Million for Rockefeller Institute’s Regional Gun Violence Research Consortium" Exciting news!! Incredibly grateful for support from Governor Kathy Hochul and the NYS Legislature. Read the full announcement 👇 rockinst.org/news/article/n…

🔶Today, on National Gun Violence Awareness Day, we are rolling out a major redesign of our Mass Shooting Factsheet. This resource has updated data (1966-present) and new functionality to provide users timely information on these events. Check it out now: rockinst.org/blog/reintrodu…

Senior Fellow for Health Policy Courtney Burke joined Susan Arbetter on Capital Tonight to discuss how federal health policy changes will impact New York State and its residents. nystateofpolitics.com/state-of-polit…

Some states see recreational cannabis sales within months of legalization; others take years. In a new blog, Heather Trela highlights three factors that affect how long it takes to get the adult-use cannabis market started. rockinst.org/blog/adult-use…

My latest blog post for Rockefeller Institute officially unveils a new data visualization that tracks how long it takes states to get from legalized adult-use cannabis to sales - and some of the factors that impact that transition. rockinst.org/blog/adult-use…

Excited to welcome 6 new fellows to our NYS Science Policy Fellowship! These scientists are placed in key advisory roles in the legislature and with the executive. The fellowship aims to strengthen collaboration between academia and government. rockinst.org/news/article/r…

Lack of gubernatorial support has been the biggest contributing factor to Virginia being the slowest state to move from cannabis legalization to the opening of dispensaries. rockinst.org/issue-areas/st…

Today SCOTUS decided to hear oral arguments for US v Hemani, one of the cases I profiled in my recent Rockefeller Institute blog. Circuit courts have been using different standards to decide if the federal prohibition on cannabis users should be upheld. rockinst.org/blog/circuit-b…