Improving lives through research
Westat offers innovative professional services to help clients improve outcomes in health, education, social policy, and transportation. We are passionate about work that has a positive impact on individuals and society.
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Westat’s public opinion and survey methodology experts are heading to the 80th Annual American Association for Public Opinion Research (AAPOR) Conference, in St. Louis, MO,…
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In an age where smart watches track our heart rate, apps detect our sleep patterns, and digital platforms monitor the calories we burn, the potential…
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The expedient, accurate detection of the severity of adverse drug events (ADEs) remains a serious challenge. Despite technological advancements, data-driven models often fail to precisely…
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Biostatistics and Epidemiology
Westat optimizes clients’ clinical trials and disease surveillance studies, swiftly generating crucial insights to protect and enhance the nation’s health. Our researchers tackle emerging questions and concerns about diseases with precision and expertise.
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Food and Nutrition
When food insecurity or lack of knowledge about healthy eating threaten Americans’ health, Westat’s work supports nutrition assistance programs, ensuring access to affordable, nutritious food and receipt of benefits without compromising effective public fund management.
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Survey Design
Our decades of experience and innovative strategies in sampling, multimode data collection, and instrument development ensure high-quality, cost-effective, and representative data collection for surveys of any size and scope.
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What can improve physician and patient access to NCI-sponsored clinical trials?
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