Health equality and disparity reduction
Publications by Faculty
Featured Faculty
Dr. Lois James
Dr. Lois James’s research extensively examines bias, stress, sleep, and performance in high-stress professions, with a significant focus on health equality and disparity reduction. Her work on implicit bias in law enforcement, particularly through simulation-based studies, has shed light on how suspect race and ethnicity influence police decision-making. This research is pivotal in addressing racial disparities in policing outcomes.
A notable study, “The Reverse Racism Effect: Are Cops More Hesitant to Shoot Black than White Suspects?” (2016), explores racial biases in use-of-force decisions, contributing to the discourse on equitable law enforcement practices.
Additionally, Dr. James’s research on fatigue and shift work among nurses, such as the study “Sleep Health and Predicted Cognitive Effectiveness of Nurses Working 12-Hour Shifts: An Observational Study” (2020), addresses occupational health disparities by highlighting the impact of work conditions on health and performance.
Through these studies, Dr. James aims to inform policies and training programs that promote equity and reduce disparities in health and safety outcomes across various professions.
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