#  Institute for Quantitative Social Science - Home 

 



##  To solve society's greatest challenges by creating, preserving, and disseminating social science knowledge 

 Institute for Quantitative Social Science 

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##  Latest News 

 



  [### Using analytics and AI to protect sensitive personal data

 ](https://news.harvard.edu/gazette/story/2026/06/20-societal-problems-20-solutions/) June 04, 2026 

IQSS director Gary King and OpenDP director Salil Vadhan discuss the work of OpenDP at IQSS, recently awarded a grant through the Frontiers of Innovation for Societal Impact Fund.



 

 

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   [### Losing Our Education

 ](https://news.harvard.edu/gazette/story/2026/05/lessons-from-ancient-modern-quantum-worlds/) May 29, 2026 

In his recent Graduate English Address at Harvard Commencement, IQSS affiliate Andrew O'Donohue reflected on lessons from his study of democracy and courts abroad—and on why universities and democracy depend on one another.



 

 

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   [### Class of 2026 at IQSS: What's Next?

 ](/news/2026/05/class-2026-iqss-whats-next) May 26, 2026 

We are excited to see what the graduating members of the IQSS community are doing next in their journeys. Some of our graduating affiliates share their post-graduation plans.



 

 

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   [### IQSS Honors Staff Service Milestones

 ](/news/2026/05/iqss-honors-staff-service-milestones) May 12, 2026 

IQSS recently gathered to celebrate staff members who have reached important service milestones. At IQSS we value our community, and our dedicated staff is at the heart of that community.



 

 

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   [### On data centers, local vibes matter more than electricity prices – poll

 ](https://salatainstitute.harvard.edu/on-data-centers-local-vibes-matter-more-than-electricity-prices-poll/) April 27, 2026 

A survey led by faculty affiliate Stephen Ansolabehere asks what Americans prioritize when considering how it would affect their local community if a large data center opened nearby.



 

 

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   [### Call for Papers: 2026 CGA Conference

 ](https://gis.harvard.edu/call-papers-2026-cga-conference) April 13, 2026 

Submissions are open for this year's Center for Geographic Analysis Conference, celebrating the CGA's 20th anniversary with the theme "Celebrating Geographic Analysis: Past, Present, and Future.”



 

 

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##  Funding Opportunities 

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  [### Undergraduate Research Scholars Program

 ](https://urs.iq.harvard.edu/)For Faculty

The IQSS Undergraduate Research Scholars program is an opportunity for Harvard College students to gain first-hand research experience working with faculty members all across the University.



 

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  [### Travel Grants

 ](/travel-grants)For Graduate Students

Travel grants are available to IQSS graduate student affiliates and are meant to support travel to facilitate presentation at a professional conference relevant to their research.



 

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  [### Research Grants

 ](/research-grants)For Graduate Students

Harvard Graduate student affiliates may apply for funding to support ongoing or future research activities.



 

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##  Our Impact 

 



### Investigating Flight Attendants' Safety 

 

In the longest-running longitudinal study of its kind, a study by Dr. Eileen McNeely, executive director of [SHINE at IQSS](https://shine.sph.harvard.edu/), collected data on uniforms from major US airlines. Laboratory tests found harmful substances on a manufacturer's uniforms, and analysis showed a clear connection between the introduction of these uniforms and reports of debilitating medical issues such as respiratory problems and thyroid disease. These findings provided evidence in a class action lawsuit holding the uniform manufacturer accountable for the resulting health effects.



 



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##  Research Resources 

 



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 [### Research Computing

 ](/research-computing)The Research Computing Evironment (RCE) offers you a centralized place in which to store your data and run your analysis on your own or in collaboration with other researchers.

Learn more



 

 

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 [### Data Science Services

 ](https://dss.iq.harvard.edu/)Our team of PhD data science specialists provides research support to the Harvard community, offering both consultation and collaboration services for researchers.

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 [### Training & Workshops

 ](/training-workshops)We offer specialized instruction to develop your software skills and broadening your knowledge on social science-related topics.



 

 

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 [### IQSS Computer Labs

 ](/computer-labs)The Labs offer access to workstations with a full array of statistical, GIS, and other commonly-used desktop applications.



 

 

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 [### Client Support Services

 ](/client-support-services)We're here to help you with your software, hardware and all your technological needs including (but not limited to) computer, smartphone, tablet and printer issues .



 

 

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 [### Sponsored Research Services

 ](/sponsored-research-services)We're dedicated to supporting social scientists' research by providing exceptional services throughout the lifecycle of a sponsored project.



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

##  Upcoming Events 

 



  [### GIS Institute Summer 2026

 ](/event/gis-institute-summer-2026?occ_id=0)Jun. 8 - Jun 18, 2026

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 9:30AM - 5:00PM EDT 

 

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   [### University Holiday: Juneteenth

 ](/event/university-holiday-juneteenth-2?occ_id=0)June 19, 2026

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 All day 

 

 Other 

 

   [### Summer Term begins

 ](/event/summer-term-begins?occ_id=0)June 22, 2026

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##  Become an Affiliate 

IQSS welcomes requests from scholars to become affiliated with our institution. Affiliation allows graduate students and faculty to apply for funding or access IQSS-based services, such as Sponsored Research Services.



 

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