Earlier this year, IPR neuroscientist Katie Insel appeared before Washington state lawmakers to make a case grounded in science: The human brain is not done developing at age 18, and sentencing laws should reflect that. Insel drew on years of research to support a bill expanding parole eligibility for young adults convicted of serious crimes before age 21.
It was a moment that exemplified IPR’s mission—connecting rigorous research with real-world change. Across fields and issues, IPR faculty are helping shape policy through testimony, tools, partnerships, and data that illuminate the path to more just and effective solutions.
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