Presidential Panel: Data and Research Priorities in Federal Agencies: Visions for the Future

Session Submission Type: Complete Thematic Panel

Abstract/Description

This panel includes directors from key federal agencies charged with improving the nation’s understanding of crime and violence, and informing government responses to these issues. Members of the audience will have the opportunity to ask questions of the panel members.

Sub Unit

• Area I. Presidential

Chair

• Janet Lauritsen, American Society of Criminology President/ University of Missouri – St. Louis

Speakers

• James A. Mercy, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

• Nancy La Vigne, US Department of Justice

• Alex R. Piquero, U.S. Department of Justice