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Research

Quick facts

$19,791,493

active & funded grant dollars in 2019-20

52

active & funded grants in 2019-20

67%

external grant proposals funded in 2019-20

41

articles, books, & chapters published in 2019-20

Research highlight

Texting for Patient Care

Texting for Patient Care iCare research study infographic presenting results
Mobile technology may help patients engage in post-care. One study looked at patient engagement in a 4-week post-assault text message program (iCare), which assessed patients’ safety and well-being, if they needed assistance with various follow up procedures. Overall, the program appeared helpful. Benefits and drawbacks of text messaging are presented.
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Research and resources

The Center for Social Work Research provides access to a range of resources for faculty, students, and community members.  In the boxes below you can explore our faculty research, student research, and resources to support learning and faculty scholarship.

If you are a community agency in need of planning and evaluation services or research support to help with grants, the Center has a fee-for-service model to provide you with the expertise you need.  The Community Engagement & Evaluation box highlights our work with agencies in Metro Detroit and provides an explanation of services offered.