"Understanding quantitative and qualitative data is our collective democratic responsibility."

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We’re transforming the social science research environment by developing world-class training in quantitative and qualitative research methods.

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New research shows the potential to lower prejudice of British and Polish people is stronger when contact happens in semi-public spaces.

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