The Institute of Behavioral Science (IBS) is committed to advancing knowledge of society’s most pressing challenges, and to pursuing solutions to those challenges through innovative and interdisciplinary research, education, and engagement in the world.
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In the wake of the devastating Texas floods, it is important to learn what we can do to help those most affected. Older people in rural communities like the Texas Hill Country are especially vulnerable to extreme weather impacts, due to existing medical conditions, hospital closures, and other factors. IBS Director and Professor of Sociology
Not all germs are created equal. The ones that make up our microbiome might hold the key for better health and aging. Jessica Finlay, IBS fellow and assistant professor of geography at CU Boulder, coauthored a new book, “The Microbiome Master Key” along with her father, Brett Finlay, OC OBC FRSC. They discussed their new
IBS hosts a variety of events for the larger community to learn about new research in the behavioral and social sciences. We offer our biannual Jessor Lectures, our fall and spring semester weekly Speaker Series, as well as a variety of conferences and training sessions. Events are often held both online and in-person at the IBS Building.
IBS draws faculty from across the social and behavioral sciences in work that transcends disciplinary boundaries and illuminates the complexity of social behavior and social life.
