The fundamental objective of Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s Institute for Urban Research is to create and test paradigms and programs that will help federal, state, and local agencies combat chronic urban problems in Southwest Illinois, especially the Metro East portion of the region.

Research Highlights-HIV/AIDS Project For Metro East.
Final Report-HIV/AIDS project for metro East.
Research Highlights-Jackie Joyner-Kersee foundation programs.

Spatial Mismatch and Access to Physicians Among African Americans - John E. Farley.

There are numerous institutes, centers, and other organizations with curricula, research, and public service programs with missions centered upon issues associated with urban areas.Depending upon the mix of research to public service, the research centers listed frequently provide links to other institutions with similar missions.

URL:www.siue.edu/IUR
Last Update:12/22/04