Welcome to the New Jersey Gun Violence Research Center (GVRC) Vlog/Blog!
Join us as we explore the latest gun violence research through expert perspectives and community insights on gun violence and prevention. This series serves as a platform for engaging conversations, academic findings, and real-world applications aimed at informing policy, advancing science, and inspiring change. Whether through compelling videos or in-depth blogs, we invite you to be part of the dialogue that drives understanding and action.
Dan Semenza, PhD, the director of research at the GVRC, discusses his research projects on the impact of gun violence exposure on mental, physical, and behavioral health. Exposure to violence can affect our health in various ways—directly, such as being shot, or indirectly, for example, by knowing a victim or living in a violent neighborhood.
Sultan Altikriti Paurk, PhD, focuses on exploring how life experiences shape the behavior of adults in relation to gun violence outcomes, exposures, and revealing how early and adult-stage exposures impact risk, resilience, and prevention.
Kimberly Burke, PhD, focuses on exploring justice through research at the intersection of gender, race, and gun violence reform. Drawing from Women’s studies and Black community scholarship, she explores how science and storytelling can drive inclusive policy change—especially in the fight for equitable gun legislation.
Jennifer Paruk, PhD, is advancing vital research on intimate partner violence, focusing on preventing firearm-related domestic abuse and ensuring safer homes through secure firearm storage.
Hear from Allison Bond, PhD, as she discusses the intersection of firearm violence and suicide as she unpacks why these issues can't be separated—and the power of communicating this science, which can save lives.
Michael Anestis, PhD, executive director of the GVRC, introduces the center’s initiatives and discusses the vital connection between firearm suicide prevention and community safety. Listen to Dr. Anestis discuss the broad scope of gun violence research at GVRC!