Social Sciences

▸ Agencies

National Institutes of Health (Health and Human Services Dept.), Behavioral and Social Sciences Research, 31 Center Dr., Bldg. 31, #B1C19, Bethesda, MD 20892-0183; (301) 402-1146. Fax, (301) 402-1150. Dr. Christine Bachrach, Director (Acting).

Web, http://obssr.od.nih.gov

Works to advance behavioral and social sciences training, to integrate a biobehavioral perspective across the NIH, and to improve communication among scientists and with the public. Develops funding initiatives for research and training. Sets priorities for research. Provides training and career development opportunities for behavioral and social scientists. Links minority students with mentors. Organizes cultural workshops and lectures.

National Museum of Natural History (Smithsonian Institution), Anthropology, 10th St. and Constitution Ave. N. W., MRC 112 20560-0112 (mailing address: P.O. Box 37012, Washington, DC 20013-7012); (202) 633-1920. Fax, (202) 357-2208. J. Daniel Rogers, Chair. Library, (202) 633-1640.

Web, http://anthropology.si.edu

Conducts research on paleo-Indian archaeology and prehistory, New World origins, and paleoecology. Maintains anthropological and human studies film archives. Museum maintains public exhibitions of human cultures.

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National Museum of Natural History (Smithsonian Institution), Library, 10th St. and Constitution Ave. N.W., #51 20560-0154 (mailing address: P.O. Box 37012, Washington, DC 20013-7012); (202) 633-1680. Fax, (202) 357-1896. Ann Juneau, Head, (202) 633-4939.

General e-mail, libmail@si.edu

Web, http://www.sil.si.edu

Maintains reference collections covering anthropology, biodiversity, biology, botany, ecology, entomology, ethnology, mineral sciences, paleobiology, and zoology; permits on-site use of the collections. Open to the public by appointment; makes interlibrary loans.

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National Science Foundation (NSF), Social, Behavioral, and Economic Sciences, 4201 Wilson Blvd., #905, Arlington, VA 22230; (703) 292-8700. Fax, (703) 292-9083. David Lightfoot, Assistant Director.

Web, http://www.nsf.gov/dir/index.jsp?org=SBE

Directorate that awards grants for research in behavioral and cognitive sciences, social and economic sciences, science resources studies, and international programs. Provides support for workshops, symposia, and conferences.

▸ Nongovernmental

American Anthropological Assn., 2200 Wilson Blvd., #600, Arlington, VA 22201; (703) 528-1902. Fax, (703) 528-3546. William E. Davis III, Executive Director.

Web, http://www.aaanet.org

Membership: anthropologists, educators, students, and others interested in anthropological studies. Publishes research studies of member organizations, sponsors workshops, and disseminates to members information concerning developments in anthropology worldwide.

American Institutes for Research, 1000 Thomas Jefferson St. N.W. 20007; (202) 403-5000. Fax, (202) 403-5001. Sol Pelavin, President. TTY, (877) 334-3499.

Web, http://www.air.org

Conducts behavioral and social science research and provides technical assistance both domestically and internationally in the areas of education, health, and workforce productivity.

American Psychological Assn., 750 1st St. N.E. 20002-4242; (202) 336-5500. Fax, (202) 336-6069. Norman B. Anderson, Chief Executive Officer. Library, (202) 336-5640. TTY, (202) 336-6123. Toll-free, (800) 374-2721.

Web, http://www.apa.org

Membership: professional psychologists, educators, and behavioral research scientists. Supports research, training, and professional services; works toward improving the qualifications, competence, and training programs of psychologists. Monitors international research and U.S. legislation on mental health.

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American Sociological Assn., 1307 New York Ave. N.W., #700 20005; (202) 383-9005. Fax, (202) 638-0882. Sally Hillsman, Executive Officer. TTY, (202) 638-0981.

General e-mail, executive.office@asanet.org

Web, http://www.asanet.org

Membership: sociologists, social scientists, and others interested in research, teaching, and application of sociology in the United States and internationally. Sponsors professional development program, teaching resources center, and education programs; offers fellowships for minorities.

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Consortium of Social Science Assns., 1701 K St. N.W., #1150 20006; (202) 842-3525. Fax, (202) 842-2788. Howard J. Silver, Executive Director.

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