Police1 Research Center
Find the latest information about research conducted by law enforcement organizations and academic institutions such as the National Police Foundation, the Police Executive Research Forum (PERF) and the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), among other organizations focused on officer wellness, intelligence-led policing and LEO safety issues. Research recently shared includes ‘resistance-related injuries’ among officers, the experience of minority applicants during the police recruitment process, and preventing vehicle crashes and injuries among officers.
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How academies can better identify risk and intervene before a routine drill becomes a tragedy
Understanding the long-term effects of CTE can assist with strategies to address officer mental health
AI is enabling investigators to process massive volumes of digital evidence faster, reduce backlogs and uncover critical leads while keeping humans in control
Searching through an optic can sharpen precision but may narrow awareness, delaying threat detection and increasing risk during dynamic room entries
A candid conversation with Gordon Graham on wellness, leadership and the habits that actually keep first responders going
This year’s survey examines what officers experience during a patrol shift — from call load and backup availability to reporting time and proactive policing opportunities
A customized childcare model built for law enforcement families aims to improve retention, boost morale and deliver measurable return on investment
Facing staffing shortages and rising complexity, departments like Atlanta are expanding civilian leadership and professional staff roles to stabilize operations, modernize capabilities and relieve pressure on sworn officers
Agencies relying on bonuses and short-term tactics may see temporary gains but lasting staffing stability comes from strategies that improve retention, reputation and community trust
A practical, agency-wide framework that turns every sworn and civilian employee into an active recruiting force
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