This Project Grant award from the National Science Foundation (NSF) under the Social, Behavioral, and Economic Sciences (CFDA 47.075) program will advance the understanding of firearm possession among young adults aged 15-24 living in high-crime urban communities. The $1,012,381 award to Delaware State University, a Historically Black College and University (HBCU), will expand on a previous study by using grounded theory methods to include the lived experiences of females and incarcerated individuals in this age group across four study sites. The research aims to identify factors driving firearm possession that may differ by gender, incarceration status, and location. The project will create a collaborative of HBCU researchers to strengthen research capacity, inform decision-making, and engage community organizations. By filling an academic and practitioner knowledge gap, this study seeks to provide insights to make cities safer and meet the varying needs of males, females, and incarcerated populations.
Mod # | Description | Reason For Modification | Federal Obligation (Click to sort descending) | Date (Click to sort ascending) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Not listed | $0 | 5/16/25 | ||
| Not listed | $1.0m | 8/7/24 |