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Trained in social work and educational psychology, Professor Franke seeks to achieve an understanding of and improve the responsiveness of service systems in the fields of social services and education health. Using cognitive theory, he defines policy issues related to the integration of important fields. Professor Franke's research focuses on the impact of disability and chronic illness in school-age children and is currently conducting a study funded by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation to use personal assistance services for children with disabilities. His work intersects youth violence, child welfare, and education, particularly in relation to gang-involved youth. He has secured $9 million in research funding over the past 7 years and currently serves as the Associate Director of the UCLA Center for Healthier Children, Families, and Communities. Professor Franke has experience in conducting evaluative research and has been involved with agencies serving thousands of families in California, especially in southern California counties.
Department of Economics admits primarily for the PhD program.