OUR IMPACT
At Sanford, research isn’t just about producing knowledge—it’s about driving impact. Our faculty lead groundbreaking work on democracy, health, climate, technology, and equity, tackling the issues that define our future. They shape policy and public understanding while mentoring the next generation of changemakers. Whether developing strategies to combat misinformation, informing global energy transitions, or designing smarter health systems, Sanford scholars connect academic insight with real-world action.
Collaborating across Duke and with partners around the globe, Sanford is a hub for bold, interdisciplinary research. And with your support, we’re growing—attracting visionary faculty, expanding research centers, and deepening student-faculty collaboration. Together, we’re building a future where policy makes people’s lives better—locally, nationally, and globally.
Impact Report: Media & Democracy
What are the obstacles that prevent lower-income and working-class Americans from serving their communities as political leaders? This is one of the major research questions for Nicholas Carnes, and a question for which he received one of the nation’s highest awards.
When Those Who Lead Own Your Feed
Duke’s Philip Napoli discusses the intersection of democracy, media ownership by powerful individuals (like presidents), and regulation, informed by history and his book, “Social Media and the Public Interest.”
Lansford Addresses United Nations on Global Megatrends Affecting Families
Jennifer Lansford, S. Malcolm Gillis Distinguished Research Professor of Public Policy and director of the Center for Child and Family Policy at Sanford, spoke at the United Nations offering insights into “megatrends” shaping families worldwide.
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