Research at ISRY

ISRY’s translational research is designed to improve youth outcomes in all settings. We incorporate a wide range of expertise, research, and resources to develop tools and practices that will deepen STEM learning among children and youth and build capacity among educators. The underlying principles of ISRY’s translational research are:

  1. We prioritize prevention: assessments to uncover potential risks, and rapid intervention programs to support healthy development.

  2. ISRY focuses on wellness/thriving for youth and adults to remove the barriers to academic achievement and life success that arise from social-emotional struggles and mental illness.

  3. We believe that every child has great potential and resilience, and we work to support youth as they discover their own voices and make their own choices.

Our Current Projects

An Observation and Feedback System for Continuous Learning

Understanding the experiences of youth summer activities from multiple points of view: parents/caregivers and youth

Facilitating youth development through brain related science activities

Increasing resiliency after the COVID-19 pandemic

Connecting STEM and social-emotional development in informal learning

Empowering students and families in STEM programs