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NORC at the University of Chicago @norc.org · 28/09/2026

Long-running surveys face growing demands, from small-area estimates to emerging policy questions, all while maintaining data quality. NORC developed three sample design solutions to help flagship surveys keep pace. Explore the brief: go.norc.org/3TaAAEJ

Two people are looking at a document together in an office setting. Text on the image reads: "How Sample Design Innovation Helps Long-Running Surveys Evolve & Improve. NORC redesigned sampling approaches to help three flagship surveys meet evolving research demands."

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NORC at the University of Chicago @norc.org · 25/09/2026

New NORC research finds Latino arts organizations anchor cultural life in neighborhoods across the country and examines their reach, resource constraints, and how they connect communities to youth development, health, and immigration services. Find out more: go.norc.org/4yO2rto

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NORC at the University of Chicago @norc.org · 24/09/2026

When residents are treated as partners and help shape the research, the findings reflect what they actually need. That idea guided NORC’s work with the Obama Foundation (@obamafoundation.bsky.social) on Home Court, a new community space within the Obama Center. Watch our research in action.

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NORC at the University of Chicago @norc.org · 23/09/2026

NORC researchers are attending the Society for Research on Educational Effectiveness (SREE) 2026 conference this week, presenting on assessment, teacher retention, civic education, and evaluation standards. Explore the full program: go.norc.org/4hntRPw

An announcement from NORC about their attendance at the 2026 Society for Research on Educational Effectiveness Conference, happening September 23-26, 2026, in Baltimore, MD. The message concludes with "Meet you there!" on an abstract patterned background.

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NORC at the University of Chicago @norc.org · 16/09/2026

Slover Linett at NORC is now Arts & Culture at NORC. The new name brings together Slover Linett’s 25 years of community-based audience research with NORC’s decades of national studies on arts participation. Explore Arts & Culture at NORC: go.norc.org/4yK6KWI

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NORC at the University of Chicago @norc.org · 15/09/2026

NORC is hiring a Senior Vice President for Statistics & Data Science to lead a department of 60+ professionals advancing survey statistics, data integration, and AI and machine learning. This is a hybrid role based in Chicago or Washington, DC. Apply now: go.norc.org/4h6Qjwa

The image is a job advertisement from NORC at the University of Chicago for the position of Senior Vice President for Statistics & Data Science. It lists responsibilities such as leading a team of 60+ statisticians and data scientists, shaping NORC's AI and data science strategy, and mentions the position is hybrid, based in Chicago or Washington D.C. It provides a website for applications: careers.norc.org.

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NORC at the University of Chicago @norc.org · 14/09/2026

Thirty-six percent of Chicago households lack consistent access to enough food, according to the Greater Chicago Food Depository’s new 2026 Hunger in Chicago Report on food access and assistance use, developed in partnership with NORC. Explore the project: go.norc.org/4r7C3rD

Bar chart titled "Food insecurity by population type" compares "Food insecure" (red) and "Food secure" (green) percentages across various household types. Categories include Black households (61% insecure, 39% secure), Hispanic households (43% insecure, 57% secure), Asian-Pacific Islander households (31% insecure, 69% secure), White households (14% insecure, 86% secure), households with a child (47% insecure, 53% secure), households without a child (30% insecure, 70% secure), households with an adult age 65+ (36% insecure, 64% secure), and households without an adult age 65+ (37% insecure, 63% secure). Overall insecurity is at 36% and security at 64%. Source: U.S. Household Food Security Survey, Research Services, USDA.

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NORC at the University of Chicago @norc.org · 10/09/2026

As the 2026 midterms approach, U.S. adults’ trust in federal information has fallen across the board, according to new research from AP-NORC and USAFacts. Their confidence in information about elections and politics also fell from 22% to 13% since 2024. Explore the full report: go.norc.org/4ymj27a

Stacked bar chart comparing how much U.S. adults trust information from the federal government in 2026 versus 2024 across nine topics. In 2026, the share expressing “a great deal” or “quite a bit” of trust is lower than in 2024 for every topic: inflation and cost of living, 18% versus 26%; health care, 16% versus 26%; immigration, 15% versus 20%; jobs and unemployment, 15% versus 25%; the federal budget, 14% versus 23%; education, 13% versus 21%; foreign affairs, 13% versus 19%; elections and politics, 13% versus 22%; and abortion, 11% versus 21%. Across topics, roughly half or more of adults report trusting federal information only “a little” or “not at all” in 2026.

Stacked bar chart comparing how easy or difficult U.S. adults find it to navigate factual information about the upcoming midterm elections in 2026 versus 2024. The share finding each task “very” or “somewhat easy” declined for every measure. In 2026 versus 2024, it was 63% versus 71% for finding factual information about how to register to vote; 54% versus 63% for finding factual information about how to cast a ballot; 48% versus 57% for understanding the difference between fact and opinion; 37% versus 45% for finding factual information about candidates and their positions; 30% versus 38% for knowing if information is true or not; and 25% versus 36% for knowing whether candidates’ statements are true or not. The share finding each task difficult increased correspondingly.

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NORC at the University of Chicago @norc.org · 09/09/2026

NORC is at the 2026 DC-AAPOR & WSS Review/Preview Conference in Washington, D.C. Visit our exhibit booth and catch sessions on machine learning for survey adjustment, generative AI for synthetic respondents, and panel methodology. Find out more: go.norc.org/4cD6ct0

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NORC at the University of Chicago @norc.org · 09/09/2026

NORC has earned FedRAMP® certification for the NORC Data Enclave Gov, a data management platform that lets agencies securely share sensitive data with researchers. This milestone reinforces our commitment to supporting federal data research for the public good. Learn more: go.norc.org/3UzvqlZ

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NORC at the University of Chicago @norc.org · 08/09/2026

How can statewide survey data help make sure every community is represented? Although the 2025 Colorado Health Access Survey was only built to measure 21 regions, NORC produced reliable health estimates for all 64 counties using small area estimation. Find out more: go.norc.org/4ypxgUU

A scenic view of a town in Colorado, surrounded by mountains under a cloudy sky. In the foreground, text reads, "Unlocking Local Health Data with Small Area Estimation," with a note about a statewide survey in Colorado.

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NORC at the University of Chicago @norc.org · 03/09/2026

DNA databases are known for helping solve crimes after they happen. New NORC research finds they may also help prevent future crimes, particularly among younger offenders and those early in their criminal histories. View the full Expert View on DNA databases and public safety: go.norc.org/4xEgSA4

A photo of a person using a pipette in a laboratory setting, with scientific equipment in the background. The text on top reads: "Using DNA to Improve Public Safety Through Better Investigations. How expanding DNA databases strengthens investigations, deters crime, and raises questions around civil liberties."

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NORC at the University of Chicago @norc.org · 01/09/2026

NORC is at APSA 2026 in Boston from September 3-6. Connect with our AmeriSpeak and Public Affairs & Media Research teams at booth #515 and catch sessions on civic education partnerships, partisan leadership psychology, and political research sampling. #APSA2026 Find out more: go.norc.org/3UvOz8e

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NORC at the University of Chicago @norc.org · 21/08/2026

Federal leaders say women’s health is expanding beyond pregnancy and reproductive care alone. NORC’s Meghan Woo outlines three challenges agencies face as priorities expand to menopause, aging, and chronic disease prevention. go.norc.org/46dd5xq

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NORC at the University of Chicago @norc.org · 19/08/2026

NORC is at the 2026 PAPOR Conference in San Francisco, August 20-21, where our AmeriSpeak solution also serves as a Benefactor Sponsor. Catch sessions on building team success from Anna Wiencrot and how identity and health shape public opinion from Jennifer Benz. Find out more: go.norc.org/4qsEEMv

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NORC at the University of Chicago @norc.org · 19/08/2026

NORC's THRIVE survey features prominently in a new Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences article on lessons from behavioral science in financial markets, part of a larger special feature on behavioral science across federal agencies. View the findings: go.norc.org/4bZENB9

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NORC at the University of Chicago @norc.org · 18/08/2026

Sports betting is increasingly accessible to young adults, but little is known about how they experience and engage with it. Explore new NORC research findings and implications for prevention, education, and harm reduction in our upcoming webinar. Register: go.norc.org/4wEp0z8

Webinar announcement for "Perspectives on Sports Betting Among Young Adults in Massachusetts: A Community-Engaged Research Study" by NORC. Includes images and names of four presenters: Petry Ubri, Katie Gallant, Jared Sawyer, and Maya Ng-Yu, with their titles and affiliation to NORC at the University of Chicago. Scheduled for August 20, 2026, from 3:00-4:00pm ET via Zoom.

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NORC at the University of Chicago @norc.org · 17/08/2026

Nearly half of older adults with multiple chronic conditions would consider a clinical drug trial, but participation often comes down to trial design. Explore new research using NORC and @aarp.org's Foresight 50+ panel: - go.norc.org/4xeZQrZ - go.norc.org/4g3R4ai

This image is a bar chart titled "Attitudes of Older Adults on Participation in Clinical Drug Trials." Three questions are depicted with their responses: willingness to consider a clinical trial based on recommendations (doctor, family, others), likelihood of joining via different modes (in person, video, etc.), and difficulty of attending in-person visits at various locations (doctor's office, hospital, etc.). The bars show varying levels of willingness and difficulty using color coding for "Likely," "Neither Likely nor Unlikely," and "Unlikely." The source is Schwartz, J.B., et al., from the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society.

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NORC at the University of Chicago @norc.org · 14/08/2026

NORC is helping the World Bank track business conditions through the World Bank Enterprise Surveys, which reach firms in 160 nations. In the past two years, NORC completed nearly 6,500 interviews across nine countries, including the first-ever U.S. survey. Explore our work: go.norc.org/461yFou

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NORC at the University of Chicago @norc.org · 13/08/2026

Grocery costs are a growing worry for Americans. A new AP-NORC poll finds 41% of adults are now extremely or very concerned about affording groceries in the coming months, up from 24% in April. NORC’s Jennifer Benz breaks down the numbers with ABC News: go.norc.org/4zl5pqu

Bar chart showing percentages of adults changing grocery habits due to high prices. Categories: "Started buying generic or store brands" at 65%, "Stopped buying certain grocery items" at 60%, "Cut down on eating out in order to pay for necessities" at 62%, "Changed where you shop for groceries" at 46%. Question: "Have you or someone in your household done any of the following recently because of higher prices?" Based on an AP-NORC poll, July 23-27, 2026, with 1,165 adults. The Associated Press and NORC at the University of Chicago logos are at the bottom left.

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NORC at the University of Chicago @norc.org · 12/08/2026

Nearly 6 in 10 U.S. teens say something they saw on social media changed how they eat, exercise, or use supplements and 44% turned to AI chatbots for health information, according to new NORC data. Explore the full findings: go.norc.org/4hzamFH

An infographic titled "Spotlight on Health. In the last three months, teens report..." displays survey results about teens and social media. It shows percentages for teens reporting health-related social media exposure (76%), making behavior changes based on social media (57%), and using AI for health information (44%). Survey details and dates are provided at the bottom. Source: NORC AmeriSpeak Teen Omnibus survey, conducted April 30-May 14, 2026, with 1,017 teens nationwide.

Infographic titled "Spotlight on Health More than half of teens report changing a health-related behavior based on something they saw on social media" by NORC at the University of Chicago, detailing survey results of teens changing health-related behavior due to social media. The data is categorized by overall trends, race & ethnicity, and parent education. Categories include diet, exercise, sleep, muscle building, and supplements. Percentage bars show the influence on behaviors. Source: NORC AmeriSpeak Teen Omnibus survey, conducted April 30-May 14, 2026, with 1,017 teens nationwide.

Data visualization titled "Spotlight on Health Three-quarters of teens report viewing health-related content on social media in the past three months" by NORC at the University of Chicago. It shows a survey about teens viewing health-related content on social media in the past three months. The results are categorized by overall, sex, and race & ethnicity. Categories include "Any Health Content," "Nutrition or Healthy Eating," "Dieting or Weight Loss," "Muscle Building," and "Performance Supplements." The chart includes percentages and color-coded bars for each category. Source: NORC AmeriSpeak Teen Omnibus survey, conducted April 30-May 14, 2026, with 1,017 teens nationwide.

Infographic titled "Spotlight on Health More than 4 in 10 teens have used AI to ask for health advice or information in the past 3 months" from NORC at the University of Chicago. It presents data about teens using AI for health advice in the past three months. The infographic shows different categories such as any health topic, physical activity, dieting/nutrition, vitamin/supplements, medications, and other health issues. It presents data by race and ethnicity, including Hispanic, Black, Non-Hispanic Other Races/Multiracial, and White. Usage percentages are displayed for each category and demographic. Source: NORC AmeriSpeak Teen Omnibus survey, conducted April 30-May 14, 2026, with 1,017 teens nationwide.

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NORC at the University of Chicago @norc.org · 11/08/2026

Nielsen’s ratings shape what stays on air and where ad money goes. NORC evaluated and modernized its sampling methodology with a new integrated cross-platform sample that cut costs and preserved data quality. Explore the full Innovation Brief: go.norc.org/4wsJdb7

A building facade at night reflects city lights. One window reveals an interior with warm lighting and furniture. Overlaid text reads: "Modernizing Sample Design for Nielsen. NORC’s integrated sample design for Nielsen’s TV and audio panels."

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NORC at the University of Chicago @norc.org · 11/08/2026

People on Medicare remained satisfied with their health care in 2023, with 94.7% reporting they were satisfied or very satisfied. Explore NORC’s Medicare Current Beneficiary Survey (MCBS) Interactives data tools, newly refreshed with 2022 and 2023 MCBS data: go.norc.org/4fVzWSw

The image is a graph and chart comparing satisfaction with care and access to care among Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. It includes a horizontal bar chart showing satisfaction levels by aspects such as general care and availability of specialists. Also present are line charts detailing satisfaction based on demographics like age groups, income, education level, and race/ethnicity.

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NORC at the University of Chicago @norc.org · 07/08/2026

How can transdisciplinary partnerships strengthen health communications research and practice? NORC’s Ashani Johnson-Turbes will moderate a panel discussion exploring this question at the Annual National Summit for Health Communication on August 11. Full agenda: go.norc.org/4fMHRDa

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NORC at the University of Chicago @norc.org · 05/08/2026

NORC’s refreshed MCBS Interactives tools show people on Medicare and not dually eligible for Medicaid were far more likely to have stocks or mutual funds than people who were dually eligible in 2023 (38.5% vs. 2.2%). Check out NORC’s MCBS Interactives for more: go.norc.org/3RrUaeL

The image displays charts related to financial assets and healthcare coverage. The left section shows a bar chart titled "Types of Assets," illustrating various financial assets owned by Medicare beneficiaries, including home ownership and stocks. The right section features bar graphs comparing Medicare coverage, with categories such as "Fee for Service" and "Medicare Advantage," and dual eligibility status, showing percentages for eligible and non-eligible groups.

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NORC at the University of Chicago @norc.org · 04/08/2026

Ninety percent of the food and beverage ads in Americans’ social media feeds are for unhealthy products, according to NORC’s data donation work, which pairs representative panels with people’s own social media data to surface who sees what and how often. Explore the research: go.norc.org/4fShdaw

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NORC at the University of Chicago @norc.org · 03/08/2026

NORC is at the American Statistical Association’s 2026 Joint Statistical Meetings (JSM) in Boston. Researchers will present new work on small area estimation, generative AI, data integration, and more. #JSM2026 Explore NORC at JSM: go.norc.org/45Clryl

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NORC at the University of Chicago @norc.org · 03/08/2026

Sixty-nine percent of U.S. Veterans say their military service helped them land a civilian job, but just 44% say it built skills directly applicable to their current work, according to new NORC research using the Veterans Insight Panel. View the full findings: go.norc.org/4wBdfd

The image is an infographic titled "Spotlight on Public Affairs" by NORC at the University of Chicago. It features a pie chart illustrating that 69% of veterans say military service helped them get a civilian job, 29% found it somewhat or not very useful, and 2% found it not applicable.

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NORC at the University of Chicago @norc.org · 31/07/2026

Ready to level up your survey research skills? NORC experts lead two new, self-paced online courses on mixed-mode survey design and applied generative AI. Explore the courses: go.norc.org/4x8yu6h

A person writing on a clipboard with a pen. The text on the image reads, "Mixed-Mode Survey Designs" followed by a description that says, "A three-part series on designing mixed-mode surveys for today's research environment."

A person using a laptop displaying a generative AI interface with the text "How can I help you?" and a send button. Overlay text reads "Generative AI in Survey Research" and "Learn practical frameworks to use generative AI in applied research, from prompt engineering to evaluating output quality."

A computer screen displaying the NORC at the University of Chicago website page titled "Research Training Courses." Text describes the benefits and details of NORC's courses for survey researchers and social scientists, available on Udemy. A link at the top invites users to explore courses at go.norc.org/research-science-courses.

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NORC at the University of Chicago @norc.org · 28/07/2026

NORC is at The Quirk's Event in New York, July 29-30. Catch Alex Chew's presentation on AI-enabled research and sample quality or visit booth #803 to connect with our AmeriSpeak team on strengthening data quality and reaching representative audiences. #QuirksEvent Find out more: go.norc.org/4wtmj44

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NORC at the University of Chicago @norc.org · 27/07/2026

Program evaluations are often treated like a final score at the end of a program to determine if funding continues. NORC senior fellow Matthew Stagner makes the case for continuous learning: testing, adapting, and improving programs in real time. Explore the full brief: go.norc.org/44zP5nu

A person is speaking in front of a board with charts. Text on the image reads, "How Continuous Learning Helps Social Programs Improve in Real Time" and "The best programs and systems aren’t just 'evaluated'—they learn continuously."

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NORC at the University of Chicago @norc.org · 23/07/2026

NORC’s Walsh Center for Rural Health Analysis marks 30 years of partnering with rural communities and federal, Tribal, state, and local leaders to strengthen health care systems, workforce development, and public health. Explore three decades of impact: go.norc.org/4wjrMdG

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NORC at the University of Chicago @norc.org · 22/07/2026

New NORC ChicagoSpeaks data find Chicagoans grappling with two concerns: perceived safety and affordability. Forty-four percent of Chicagoans believe violent crime has risen city-wide and 67% call their area unaffordable, well above the national rate. Explore the full findings: go.norc.org/4fNIvjr

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NORC at the University of Chicago @norc.org · 21/07/2026

Today, NORC convened civic, nonprofit, philanthropic, and public safety leaders for a ChicagoSpeaks roundtable on perceptions of safety in Chicago, reflecting the initiative's mission to elevate resident perspectives in data-informed conversations about Chicago communities.

Participants at the ChicagoSpeaks roundtable discussion. One person points towards the screen while others attentively look on.

A group of people at the ChicagoSpeaks roundtable discussion sitting at long tables in a conference room. Presentation screens display a slide with charts and text.

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NORC at the University of Chicago @norc.org · 21/07/2026

Men now make up less than a quarter of the K-12 teaching workforce, down from 30% in the 1980s. What draws the ones who do enter? New NORC survey data, mainly from Wisconsin, show 78% cited a desire to help kids and 86% were encouraged by their own teacher. View the blog post: go.norc.org/4gPMAF0

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NORC at the University of Chicago @norc.org · 21/07/2026

Bar chart titled "Altruism was the top motivation for male teachers," showing reasons for teaching. Percentages are: 78% for making a difference in children's lives, 74% for working with children/adolescents, 74% for believing in education's world impact, 70% for teaching as a profession, 67% for serving society, 63% for always wanting to teach, 47% for early desire to be a teacher, and 46% for teaching students resembling themselves. Logos for NORC at the University of Chicago and American Institute for Boys and Men are present.

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NORC at the University of Chicago @norc.org · 20/07/2026

Survey costs are rising and response rates are declining. So, what actually gets people to participate? A new NORC innovation brief tests six incentive strategies and shares what works, what doesn't, and what it means for survey design. View the findings: go.norc.org/4yLg4ue

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NORC at the University of Chicago @norc.org · 17/07/2026

Eight in 10 custodial parents in Colorado experienced a sudden drop in child support payments. New NORC research with the Colorado Evaluation and Action Lab explores how this instability affects child welfare system contact. Explore the study: go.norc.org/4w3NzWP

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NORC at the University of Chicago @norc.org · 16/07/2026

As America turns 250, a recent WSJ-NORC poll finds just 48% think capitalism is working well, down from 60% a decade ago, and only 12% say the same about democracy. Read the full WSJ article: go.norc.org/4vDp2H0

Chart depicting survey results on perceptions of capitalism's effectiveness among different age groups, showing percentages: 42% for ages 18-34, 46% for 35-49, 48% for 50-64, and 56% for 65+. The source is Wall Street Journal-NORC, with a survey conducted in June 2026 and included oversamples of Black, Latino and Asian American adults with a margin of error +/- 3.4pct. pts.

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NORC at the University of Chicago @norc.org · 14/07/2026

New NORC research finds 6% of U.S. adults trust health information from AI more than their own health care provider. Another 15% trust it just as much. NORC’s Amelia Burke-Garcia on who fills the gap when trust erodes, at Aspen Ideas: Health. Watch her insights from the panel.

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NORC at the University of Chicago @norc.org · 13/07/2026

NORC has named Prashila Dullabh and John Roman distinguished senior fellows, our highest distinction. The honor recognizes their enduring contributions to NORC's mission, growth, and thought leadership. Explore the announcement: go.norc.org/4vDdKmk

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NORC at the University of Chicago @norc.org · 10/07/2026

Public health communicators face a challenge: nearly 40% of U.S. adults don't know that alcohol increases their cancer risk. New NORC research shows what works to raise awareness and motivate people to drink less: warning labels and simple guidance. View the findings: go.norc.org/4bB3Ji1

Bar chart by NORC at the University of Chicago: Spotlight on Health. About half of U.S. adults believe alcohol increases cancer risk, while nearly 40 percent are unsure. The figures indicate: All Adults: 47% say it increases risk, 1% say it decreases risk, 13% say no effect, and 38% are unsure. Drinkers: 50% say it increases risk, 1% decreases risk, 14% no effect, 34% unsure. Non-Drinkers: 40% say it increases risk, 3% decreases risk, 13% no effect, 43% unsure. Data is from an April 2026 AmeriSpeak Omnibus survey of 1,070 adults.

Bar chart by NORC at the University of Chicago: Spotlight on Health. U.S. adults prefer general guidance to consume less alcohol for better overall health when making drinking decisions. The data compares 'Consume less alcohol for better health' and 'If you choose to drink, limit drinks to one for women and two for men per day.' All adults: 68% prefer consuming less; 29% prefer limiting drinks. Non-drinkers: 75% prefer consuming less; 23% prefer limiting. Drinkers: 61% prefer consuming less; 36% prefer limiting. Data is from an April 2026 AmeriSpeak Omnibus survey of 1,070 adults.

Bar chart by NORC at the University of Chicago: Spotlight on Health. More than half of adults support cancer warning labels on alcohol containers. Overall, 54% support, 38% neither support nor oppose, and 7% oppose. Drinking status: drinkers 51% support, 48% neither/oppose; non-drinkers 61% support, 38% neither/oppose. Alcohol-cancer risk awareness: increases risk 67% support, 30% neither/oppose; no effect/decreases risk 27% support, 71% neither/oppose. Race & ethnicity: Hispanic 57% support, Black 55% support, White 54% support. Age groups: 18-49 years 54%, 50-64 years 56%, 65+ years 51% support. Data is from an April 2026 AmeriSpeak Omnibus survey of 1,070 adults.

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NORC at the University of Chicago @norc.org · 08/07/2026

AI chatbots can sound right even when they're not. NORC principal data scientist Mehmet Celepkolu explains how building in source transparency and human oversight from the start is what makes conversational AI trustworthy. Find out more: go.norc.org/4f9weVe

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NORC at the University of Chicago @norc.org · 06/07/2026

How are Americans using federal data? A new NORC study finds nearly 1 in 10 U.S. adults are regular users, from tracking neighborhood crime rates, to monitoring inflation to fact-checking arguments. Find out more: go.norc.org/44aU8KW

Word cloud featuring prominently the word "research" in large red text. Other significant words include "paper," "school," "college," "report," "job," "rate," "analysis," "project," and "personal," varying in size and shades of orange and gray.

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NORC at the University of Chicago @norc.org · 06/07/2026

NORC is hiring part-time call center supervisors in Chicago, Albuquerque, and Wichita. Coach a dedicated team and grow your career in research. Apply here: go.norc.org/4goJPKA

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NORC at the University of Chicago @norc.org · 02/07/2026

NORC's Center on Indo-Pacific Social & Economic Research now has offices in Koror, Palau, and Barrigada, Guam. Located within local education agencies, the new offices help deepen collaboration to improve outcomes for students and communities across the region. Find out more: go.norc.org/4b4cwsB

A group photo of the NORC at the University of Chicago Palau office. Individuals are arranged in two rows. The front row features six individuals seated in front of a long table, while the back row displays a larger group standing. Everyone is facing the camera against a backdrop of a plain beige wall.

A group photo of five individuals from the NORC at the University of Chicago team at the Guam office inside the Guam Department of Education.

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NORC at the University of Chicago @norc.org · 01/07/2026

Last week in Bilbao, René Bautista accepted the BBVA Foundation Frontiers of Knowledge Award in Social Sciences on behalf of NORC, recognizing 85 years of objective public opinion research. View the highlights from the ceremony below. Video © BBVA Foundation

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NORC at the University of Chicago @norc.org · 25/06/2026

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is underway across North America, but new data from the AmeriSpeak® Omnibus show the tournament hasn't broken through with Americans, with only 1 in 3 familiar or interested in it, and about 1 in 4 planning to watch. Explore the findings: go.norc.org/44kjVAe

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NORC at the University of Chicago @norc.org · 18/06/2026

Today in Bilbao, René Bautista accepted the BBVA Foundation Frontiers of Knowledge Award in Social Sciences on behalf of NORC and the General Social Survey (GSS) team. The recognition celebrates 85 years of objective public opinion research. More on the award: go.norc.org/4eF9egG

NORC principal research scientist and General Social Survey (GSS) director, Rene Bautista, stands at a podium speaking into a microphone at the18th edition of the BBVA Foundation Frontiers of Knowledge Awards in Bilbao, Spain.

NORC principal research scientist and General Social Survey (GSS) director, Rene Bautista, speaks at a clear podium with a microphone, facing an audience at the 18th edition of the BBVA Foundation Frontiers of Knowledge Awards in Bilbao, Spain. Several individuals are seated on a stage in the background, dressed in formal attire.

Four individuals are on a stage during an award ceremony. The two people in the center, Kate Cagney, director of Institute for Social Research at the University of Michigan, and NORC principal research scientist and General Social Survey (GSS) director, Rene Bautista, are holding framed certificates.They are flanked by two others who are clapping. The background is a blue and white design.

Kate Cagney, director of Institute for Social Research at the University of Michigan, and NORC principal research scientist and General Social Survey (GSS) director, Rene Bautista, pose for a photo, each holding a certificate for the BBVA Foundation Frontiers of Knowledge Award in Social Sciences.

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NORC at the University of Chicago @norc.org · 17/06/2026

AI is easy to use but hard to trust. Our new Center on AI & Data Quality (AIDQ) brings together experts from across NORC to help determine when that trust is earned. Find out more: go.norc.org/4vi6fBC

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