NORC researchers conduct studies on a wide range of topics. Our record is particularly strong in these areas:
NORC's work in the area of arts and humanities includes the measurement of participation and interest in a variety of cultural activities and the establishment of reliable indicators to facilitate analysis.
Our focus on criminal justice includes the study of the operations and clientele of law enforcement and criminal justice programs.
Since its first days of operation, NORC has worked to improve the public's and government's understanding of issues related to education.
NORC has emerged as a leader in conducting high-quality survey research related to energy and environmental concerns, creating a foundation for clients to make more informed, accurate policy decisions with respect to these crucial issues.
NORC's experience collecting and analyzing financial data is extensive. It includes the use of data from both households and businesses.
NORC research on issues related to health is conducted with the goal of informing the public and policy makers and improving Americans' quality of life.
NORC's international studies focus on issues outside the United States.
Labor research at NORC encompasses a broad range of studies on work experience, education and training, consumption, and the relationships between education, age, experience, worker satisfaction, and success.
The study of organizations is fundamental to studying social behavior.
Reaching special populations is the essence of survey and analytical work at NORC. Examples of some special populations we have worked with include:
NORC has studied many areas of American society, among them arts and humanities, religion, social indicators, and public opinion on a wide range of topics.
Our focus in this area involves the study of treatment, prevention, and treatment outcomes as they relate to substance abuse and addiction.
NORC creates unique value for its clients by developing effective, innovative solutions at the nexus of information technology and public interest research.