Policy Analysis

As an architect of social policy research, Mathematica has evolved into a global driver of evidence-based policymaking and program improvement.

Not all evidence is equal. We conduct rigorous research across our focus areas to further evidence-based decision making and to help federal agencies, state and local governments, foundations, educational institutions, professional associations, and businesses understand what works. Our research contributes to the development of effective policies that promote equity and well-being.

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Overview

We are subject matter experts at the intersection of data science and social science.
Culturally responsive practices and objectivity are built into our research frameworks.
Our data collection and research capacity spans cultures and continents.
We conduct systematic reviews to assess the quality of existing evidence and summarize findings.
We apply advanced statistical methods, including machine learning and Bayesian methods.
We disseminate findings through reports, presentations, webinars, data visualization, and blog posts.
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Architects of Policy Research

Over 50 years shaping federal policymaking

We conducted the first social policy experiment in the United States: the New Jersey Negative Income Tax Experiment. Our work has expanded and evolved over time, using rigorous analysis as its foundation, to provide decision makers with policy-relevant evidence and recommendations.

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