Research
Knowledge generation is a major goal of Purdue's Department of Child Development and Family Studies. The department carries out a broad range of research projects, and there is a strong record of intramural and extramural grant funding. The faculty have identified eight themes that reflect the focus on applied research and scholarship in CDFS.
- Adolescence and Young Adulthood
- Adult Development and Aging
- Biobehavioral Processes
- Diversity and Culture
- Early Childhood
- Families, Development and Health
- Relationships
- Work-Family
In addition to faculty research projects, the department is home to two research centers.
The National Council on Family Relations (NCFR) presentations can be downloaded here.
(November 10-14, 2009)
The Society for Research in Child Development (SRCD) presentations can be downloaded here.
(Biennial Meeting, April 2-4, 2009)