WHAT WE DO

Research Matters is a full-service research company led by experienced professionals with advanced degrees who have dedicated their careers to conducting high-quality research and development that culminates in actionable findings. We collaborate with partners on grant-funded projects and conduct contract research for clients in a variety of industries. We can execute any or all stages of the research cycle – study design, project management and implementation, data collection, data analysis, and reporting and dissemination. There is no project too big or too small for Research Matters!

SERVICES OFFERED

STUDY DESIGN

Experimental and non-experimental research designs

Qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-method designs

Instrument development

Proposal development and writing

Project Management
and Implementation

Recruitment and eligibility screening

Scheduling

Quality assurance

Quota and progress monitoring

Non-response follow-up

Data Collection Methods

Surveys

Assessments

Cognitive interviews and “think aloud” cognitive labs

One-on-one interviews

Focus groups

Observations

Review of literature or other documents

Data collection can include mixed methods and can occur in-person, by telephone, online, or by mail.

Analysis, Reporting, and Dissemination

Quantitative and qualitative data analysis

Analysis of extant data

Technical and methodology reports

Research reports

Policy briefs

White papers

Articles for peer-review publication

Presentations at professional association meetings

Training and technical assistance

Customized presentations for a variety of audiences