About
Robert Crow is a Research Fellow at Teesside University, working within the School of Social Sciences, Humanities & Law, affiliated with the Institute for Collective Place Leadership. His research focuses on community-based studies and social interventions in Northeast England, particularly in Middlesbrough and Cleveland.
With expertise in both qualitative and quantitative research methods, Crow specializes in social regeneration evaluation, particularly related to voluntary and community sector organizations and local authority public health interventions. His work emphasizes practical applications for community development and policy implementation.
Crow's primary research interests include urban social regeneration, the role of the third sector in community development, and evaluation of small-scale local interventions. His methodology often incorporates community co-production approaches, ensuring research directly addresses community needs and perspectives.
His research portfolio demonstrates strong regional focus on Northeast England communities, with particular attention to mental health provision in schools, substance abuse treatment, pandemic recovery impacts, and social care systems. Much of his work examines how communities respond to crises and how interventions can effectively support vulnerable populations.
Notable projects include:
- Evaluation of No Wrong Door Service (2023)
- Life at a distance: a study of mutual aid and social connectedness during COVID-19 (2020-2021)
- Evaluation of the Middlesbrough Heroin Assisted Treatment Pilot (2019-2021)
- Emergency Medical Response Evaluation (2016)
Crow maintains active collaborations with researchers including Helen Poulter, Hannah Moore, and colleagues across multiple disciplines. His work has received attention from policy makers, been referenced in policy documents, and gained visibility through social media platforms and academic networks.
