"Bridging the existing and often wide gap between high quality, relevant research and public policy development and implementation is more critical today than ever before. Jenni W. Owen and Anita M. Larson have shown us the way in this book. The insightful, clear case studies coupled with Owens and Larsons thoughtful, creative recommendations for and approaches to informing policymaking with research are extremely valuable. Their coherent and beneficial treatment of this topic adds significantly to the fast-emerging world of researcherpolicymaker partnerships." Thomas W. Ross, President of the Volcker Alliance and President Emeritus of the University of North Carolina, USA
"In a time when researcherpolicymaker partnerships are essential, this book provides helpful insights into strategies that are successfully addressing the struggles that current collaborators are experiencing. The examples illustrate dynamic relationships and the potential opportunities for successful collaborative practices. Jenni W. Owen and Anita M. Larson capture the reality that policymakers need data to inform decisions, ultimately providing a solution through broad value to federal, state, and local partnerships. This is a critical read for any researcherpolicymaker collaboration." Missy Coffey, Applied Engineering and Management Corporation, USA
"Researcher-Policymaker Partnerships is a must read for all researchers, policymakers, policy advocates, and students who want to bring about a world where evidence-informed decisions are the norm. This book provides a roadmap for getting to evidence-informed social policy through an extensive landscape scan, rich case studies, and astute lessons learned from collaborations across the country." Vivian Tseng, William T. Grant Foundation, USA
"This book provides a timely resource for researchers and policy makers who want to make a difference by bringing rigorous research and analytic tools to a set of wicked real world problems. Drawing from a wide swath of successful, sustained partnerships, the contributors discuss the importance of mutualism, relationships, trust, and the development and implementation of intentional routine practices." John Q. Easton, Spencer Foundation, USA
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