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Westat’s AI Governance Framework Balances Innovation, Quality, and TrustJune 2026
As the use of artificial intelligence (AI)-driven methods in research continues to expand, organizations face increasing pressure to maintain high standards for quality while safeguarding…
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Expert Interview
Addressing America’s Shortage of Safe, Stable Foster HomesJune 2026
To help ensure children entering foster care are placed in safe, stable, and supportive family environments, the federal government recently unveiled an agencywide initiative to…
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Perspective
Westat’s Data Governance in PracticeApril 2026
Westat’s reputation for delivering consistently reliable, high-quality data is grounded in our approach to strong data governance. Our data governance policy embeds key principles and…
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Addressing America’s Shortage of Safe, Stable Foster Homes
June 23, 2026
To help ensure children entering foster care are placed in safe, stable, and supportive family environments, the federal government recently unveiled an agencywide initiative to…
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Westat’s AI Governance Framework Balances Innovation, Quality, and Trust
June 9, 2026
As the use of artificial intelligence (AI)-driven methods in research continues to expand, organizations face increasing pressure to maintain high standards for quality while safeguarding…
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Westat Shares Survey Expertise at AAPOR 2026
May 8, 2026
Westat experts will be presenting at the 81st Annual American Association for Public Opinion Research (AAPOR) Conference, taking place in Los Angeles, California, May 13–15. They…
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Westat’s Data Governance in Practice
April 23, 2026
Westat’s reputation for delivering consistently reliable, high-quality data is grounded in our approach to strong data governance. Our data governance policy embeds key principles and…
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Food Is Medicine: Bringing Nutrition to the Center of Healthcare
April 21, 2026
Diet-related chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease remain leading contributors to preventable illness and rising healthcare costs. Food Is Medicine programs offer…
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From Data Collection to Real‑World Impact in Child Passenger Safety
April 17, 2026
User-friendly data collection, real-time analysis, intuitive visualizations: These help practitioners spot gaps, track trends, and act proactively, turning information into action. With these in mind…
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Specialized Support to Promote Innovation in Rural Health
April 6, 2026
Healthcare providers in rural communities often have more limited access to advanced technologies and digital tools than better-resourced health systems, which can lead to differences…
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Dynamic Guardrails for a Data-Driven World: Inside Westat’s Governance Frameworks
March 23, 2026
The lightning-fast evolution of technology has demonstrated the critical need for strong governance of information processing. Effective governance frameworks, including policies, standards, and oversight mechanisms…
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How NLP Expands the Power of Clinical Notes
February 25, 2026
Electronic health records (EHRs) can capture quantifiable aspects of patient care, such as diagnoses, prescriptions, imaging, and lab test results, all of which are essential…
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Strategies for Expanding Access to Healthcare in Rural Settings
February 10, 2026
Rural communities face multiple barriers to accessing healthcare, including limited facilities, lengthy travel distances, fewer providers, and long wait times for some services. These challenges…
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