Research Matters https://www.census.gov/newsroom/blogs/research-matters.html Scientists from the Census Bureau describe the importance of research in survey design, methodology, modeling, record linkage, confidentiality protection, etc. en-us Contact the Public Information Office for further information Tue, 30 Dec 2025 11:26:40 -0500 Tue, 30 Dec 2025 11:26:40 -0500 cq5.5 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Census Bureau Economists to Present at AEA and ASSA Annual Meetings U.S. Census Bureau economists and social scientists are set to present their research findings at the annual meeting of the AEA and ASSA. Tue, 30 Dec 2025 11:26:40 -0500 Announcing the 2030 Census Disclosure Avoidance Research Program This blog highlights research objectives and the timeline for selecting, designing and implementing the 2030 Census Disclosure Avoidance System. Mon, 22 Sep 2025 09:20:27 -0400 Using Administrative Data to Evaluate Nonresponse Bias In the latest annual income report, the Census Bureau tabulates the national income distribution using survey responses collected as part of the 2025 CPS ASEC. Tue, 9 Sep 2025 16:03:23 -0400 How Updating Annual Poverty Thresholds Impacts Poverty Rates The U.S. Census Bureau released updated estimates of the official poverty measure and the Supplemental Poverty Measure (SPM). Tue, 9 Sep 2025 16:03:23 -0400 How Inflation Affects Income and Earnings Estimate To account for changes in the cost of living, the Census Bureau adjusts all prior year income and earnings estimates for inflation. Tue, 2 Sep 2025 09:14:10 -0400 Bridging Data Gaps: How Cross-Survey Modeling Enhances Census Measures Cross-survey modeling provides information without new data collections. Tue, 5 Aug 2025 10:32:38 -0400 Guidance on How to Cite Census Bureau Products and Information The Census Bureau recently released new guidance on how to cite its statistical products, technical documentation and research. Thu, 6 Mar 2025 12:58:21 -0500 Using Administrative Data to Evaluate Nonresponse Bias - CPS ASEC In the annual income report, Income in the United States: 2022, the U.S. Census Bureau tabulates the national income distribution using survey responses. Tue, 11 Feb 2025 16:55:56 -0500 Results From Recent Research on Advanced Technology Use and Automation Using robots to automate tasks is becoming increasingly common, even outside of manufacturing — for example, in fast food restaurant kitchens and hospitals. Tue, 11 Feb 2025 16:55:56 -0500 How Inflation Affects the Census Bureau’s Income and Earnings Estimate On Sept. 12, 2023, the U.S. Census Bureau will release a new report comparing estimates of median income and earnings between 2021 and 2022. Tue, 11 Feb 2025 16:55:56 -0500