Daniel Max Crowley

Daniel Max Crowley is a Professor in the Department of Human Development and Family Studies at Penn State University's College of Health and Human Development. He serves as Director of both the Center for Cannabis and Natural Product Pharmaceuticals (CCNPP) and the Evidence to Impact Collaborative at the Edna Bennett Pierce Prevention Research Center (PRC).

• Penn State University's Translational Center for Child Maltreatment Studies (TCCMS)
• Center for Cannabis and Natural Product Pharmaceuticals (CCNPP)
• Evidence to Impact Collaborative
• Edna Bennett Pierce Prevention Research Center (PRC)

Crowley's research focuses on bridging the gap between academic research and policy implementation. His work spans evidence-based prevention science, child maltreatment interventions, substance use disorder prevention, and science communication strategies for policymakers. He employs mixed methods approaches with a strong emphasis on randomized controlled trials and longitudinal studies to evaluate intervention effectiveness across developmental stages.

Analysis of his recent publications reveals a consistent focus on knowledge translation between researchers and policymakers, with particular attention to how evidence can effectively inform policy decisions. His work demonstrates expertise in designing interventions that address social determinants of health while developing practical frameworks for implementation in real-world settings. Crowley's research shows increasing engagement with state and federal policymakers through structured collaboration mechanisms.

• The Role of Research Institutions in Developing Public Policy Infrastructure for Social Benefit (NSF, 2020-2026)
• Penn State University's Translational Center for Child Maltreatment Studies (NICHD, 2017-2026)
• RAPID: Testing Science Communication Strategies and Impact among Policymakers During a National Crisis (NSF, 2020-2022)
• DISSEMINATION AND OUTREACH CORE (NICHD, 2017-2022)

Crowley leads multiple significant research initiatives focused on translating scientific evidence into practical policy applications. His work with the Evidence to Impact Collaborative develops training programs that equip researchers to effectively engage with legislative bodies at state and federal levels. The Center for Cannabis and Natural Product Pharmaceuticals represents his growing focus on substance use prevention and alternative treatment frameworks, while the Translational Center for Child Maltreatment Studies reflects his long-standing commitment to evidence-based prevention in child welfare systems.