How our work is making a difference
The Crane Center for Early Childhood Research and Policy is a multidisciplinary research center dedicated to conducting high-quality research that improves children’s learning and development at home, in school and in the community.
Our Work
Our work ranges from multi-year, federally funded projects that examine outcomes of
thousands of children and families, to program evaluation work in our state, to smaller scale analyses and briefs
meant to inform policy makers and practitioners.
Recent News
The 2024 Impact Report highlights the strides made toward building equitable opportunities for all children to learn and thrive and the collective power when research, policy, and practice connect.
During the February Crane Research Forum, Dr. Brett Zyromski discussed ways to buffer against the impact of childhood trauma.
This week in Tuned In: Advocating in Washington for an “all of the above” approach to expand child care, the views of Ohio voters and parents on child care in the Buckeye State, and Joe Burrow’s latest effort to help those facing food insecurity in Ohio.
The Crane Center for Early Childhood Research and Policy celebrates Black History Month 2025 and the Black contributions and rich culture that are interwoven into our day-to-day work in early childhood education.