The National Science Foundation (NSF) has awarded a Project Grant totaling $423,417 to the University of Puerto Rico - Rio Piedras Campus, effective September 1, 2024 through August 31, 2027. The grant, funded through the NSF's Social, Behavioral, and Economic Sciences (CFDA 47.075) program, supports a collaborative research project investigating the relationship between the history of colonialism and present-day racial identities. The research aims to provide insights into how these colonial-based identities impact the quality of life for individuals from disadvantaged groups, with a focus on the experiences of people in Puerto Rico. The project will use a mixed-methods approach, including quantitative and qualitative studies, to better understand the psychology of colonialism and its effects on racial identities and associated social outcomes such as education, health, and prosperity. The findings from this research are expected to inform policymakers and educators about the long-term societal impacts of colonial history.
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