Adam Politis
Adam Politis
Health Scientist Administrator
Health Scientist Administrator
The Science of Social Connection
Thanks to digital technologies, we live in an era of unprecedented connectivity. Yet, paradoxically, data indicate about one in four adults in America report experiencing loneliness. The COVID-19 pandemic only accelerated trends that were already in place, with young adults, people earning lower incomes, and people from groups that have been economically and socially marginalized more likely to experience loneliness.
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The Role of BSSR in Addressing Health Disparities
As we commemorate Black History Month, it is imperative to acknowledge the pernicious and persistent health disparities affecting Black or African Americans in the United States. These profound health inequities demand our attention, reflection, and, most importantly, our concerted efforts to address the root causes.
Marie Rienzo, M.A.
Marie Rienzo, M.A.
Communications Director
Communications Director
Sound Science: A conversation with Drs. Simoni and Langevin
In mid-December, it was my pleasure to attend the workshop “Music as Medicine: The Science and Clinical Practice” to learn what music has to do with social and behavioral sciences and health. Below I discuss highlights from the workshop with Dr.
Janine M. Simmons, M.D., Ph.D.
Janine M. Simmons, M.D., Ph.D.
Deputy Director, Office of Behavioral and Social Sciences Research (OBSSR)
Deputy Director, Office of Behavioral and Social Sciences Research (OBSSR)
2023: Looking back, Diving In.
In this last blog of the calendar year, I will consider some of the highlights of the Office in my first few months as Director as well as our plans for the start of the new year.
NIH Behavioral and Social Sciences Research Festival: Celebrating Innovative and Exciting BSSR to Advance Health
On December 5, from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm EST, the Office of Behavioral and Social Sciences Research (OBSSR) and the NIH Behavioral and Social Sciences Research Coordinating Committee will host the annual NIH Behavioral and Social Sciences Research Festival (BSSR) Festival. This event provides a venue for NIH Institutes and Centers to highlight exciting research results, emerging research areas, and innovations in the behavioral and social sciences.
2023 Co-Funding Activities
2023 Co-Funding Activities
