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Ethan Rogers is an Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Department of Sociology at the University of Iowa, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. He serves as Associate Director at the Center for Social Science Innovation, where he contributes to interdisciplinary research and innovation in social science. He teaches "Iowa Criminal Justice Policy & Reform," a course that engages students with current debates in criminal justice.
Research Interests: His work lies at the intersection of social psychology, medical sociology, and criminology, with a strong emphasis on quantitative methods. Key areas include the social psychology of conflict and violence, population-level injury and violence surveillance, and the structural determinants of crime and health outcomes. His research often explores how social and institutional contexts shape violent behavior and health disparities.
Recent Research Trends: His recent publications reflect a focus on homicide trends since 2014, suicide among occupational groups (particularly protective service workers), and the application of advanced quantitative techniques to criminological and public health data. His work appears in top journals such as Criminology, Social Science & Medicine, and Journal of Health & Social Behavior, highlighting its interdisciplinary impact.
Scientific Funding and Contributions:
- Currently conducting a study on demographic and geographic patterns of homicide booms since 2014.
- Recently awarded funding to investigate suicide risk among protective service workers.
Advising and Teaching: While no formal students are listed, he mentors undergraduate students through course-based research and experiential learning in criminal justice policy. His teaching emphasizes real-world policy applications and data literacy.
Labs and Research Centers: He is closely affiliated with the Center for Social Science Innovation at the University of Iowa, where he plays a leadership role in advancing methodological and collaborative research across social science disciplines.
