Nodes (Phase 2)

Currently NCRM has seven nodes across the UK. These Phase 2 Nodes are funded for the period of 2008-2011:

ADMIN (Institute of Education, University of London) is interested in modelling the complexities and core processes that underlie observational social science data and in developing a set of statistical frameworks for combining data from different sources...more

BIAS II (Imperial College London) focuses on addressing methodological challenges in the modelling of biases and complex structure in observational data, in particular surveys, longitudinal studies and small area data...more

Lancaster-Warwick-Stirling node aims to develop and extend statistical methodology and models related to correlated and longitudinal data with substantive applications in criminology, psychology, sociology and education...more

LEMMA II (University of Bristol) focuses on the development of new multilevel modelling methodology to address important social science research questions and capacity building in quantitative social science...more

QUIC (University of Surrey and Royal Holloway, University of London) is concerned with the integration and analysis of multiple data sources using CAQDAS software and the dissemination of such techniques through a training and capacity building programme...more

Realities (University of Manchester) specialises in researching and analysing 'relationalities' - personal relationships and connections between people. Our particular emphasis is on developing methods that can capture the combination of vital, tangible and intangible dynamics in the way that personal relationships are lived...more

SIMIAN (University of Surrey and the University of Leicester) develops the methodology and the applicability of simulation in the social sciences. All social science theories try to understand relationships between individuals and larger social patterns...more