• Summer 2021

    Dr. Akerlof conducted field research for the National Park Service with graduate students.

    FullTeam Aiopio Fishtrap Aug 2021 1
  • Summer 2021

    Dr. Akerlof conducted field research for the National Park Service with graduate students.

    Kim Jacqueline Aiopio Fishtrap Aug 2021

Evidence-based policymaking is sometimes interpreted as use of science generally by policymakers, but its roots are in the use of social science research and evaluation to improve the design and implementation of governmental programs, including those promoting behavioral change. Communication itself can serve as a “soft” policy tool that can be less punitive and costly than laws and taxation.