Data-Intensive Research Conference

We are interested in research presentations on a broad range of topics that address different stages of the life course. We conceive of linking broadly, including utilizing longitudinal linkages, linking identified data with external sources, situating individuals within contexts, or tracing places over time to reframe context. We welcome submissions that leverage large-scale population data with a linking component to examine life course processes and stages in the U.S. and global contexts. We are particularly interested in submissions that use data from IPUMS–including papers that link complete count census data to aging surveys (e.g., HRS, PSID)--or EdSHARe, and are informed by a life course perspective. Competitive submissions will utilize linked data to examine health and other outcomes across the life course, including but not limited to:

• Early life conditions and later life outcomes
• Life-course population trends in context
• Role of structural disparities in life course processes and outcomes
• Place-based conditions, policies, and outcomes
• Health care services and supports across the life course
• Methods for assessing and improving data quality

See the call for proposals.

A two-day, intensive workshop intended for researchers interested in learning more about the linkage possibilities of full count census data from IPUMS will be held immediately before the conference (July 20-21). The workshop will provide a general overview of available full count data, describe our linked census data infrastructure, highlight resources for and applications of linked data, and provide hands-on opportunities for accessing and working with the data. 

We have funds to offer travel support for some conference presenters and some researchers selected to attend the workshop*. Recipients of travel support will receive reimbursement for some or all of the following expenses: domestic airfare, ground travel, and lodging. Interested participants must indicate your interest in receiving travel support as part of the abstract submission or workshop application forms.

NDIRA and the IPUMS Big Microdata Network seek to build and support an interdisciplinary and diverse community of scientists leveraging powerful data resources in innovative ways. Our goals are to build community, lower barriers to using complex data, and engage new users to expand use of these data. We offer travel support to increase the accessibility of the event. All conference presenters and workshop participants may apply for travel support.

*Workshop participants are expected to also attend the research sessions on July 22-23. 

• The Courtyard Marriott Downtown Minneapolis is the closest hotel. You can reserve a room at a discounted rate by requesting the University of Minnesota rate ($149/night plus taxes and fees) when booking.
• Aloft Minneapolis is also nearby (about 1 mile).

Minneapolis-Saint Paul airport (MSP) is the nearest airport and has convenient ground transportation options: light rail (~50 minutes) or ride share/taxi service (~20 minutes) to the Courtyard Marriott Downtown Minneapolis.