Dr. Tancy Vandecar-Burdin's Journey at ODU

Welcome to another enlightening episode of 'PosCom Talks Prevention Science', featuring host Professor P and special guest, Dr. Tancy Vandecar-Burdin, the Director of the Social Science Research Center at Old Dominion University. Dive deep into a captivating discussion about the varied forms and definitions of love and their significance in prevention science.

In this episode, we explore love in all its complexity - from motherly love to romantic love, and from admiration to altruistic concern. Touching upon Freud's controversial theory of love, we transition into an enriching analysis of the principles underlying preventive science. Our journey extends to a discussion of 'one love', beautifully articulated by Bob Marley, resulting in an intriguing exploration of love.

We are then joined by Dr. Vandecar-Burdin, an expert in applied sociology, criminal justice, public administration and urban policy. She shares her vast experience, discussing the correlation between her work and the principles of prevention. We delve into how prevention work can be effectively evaluated and how it can & should be integrated into various domains, like Alzheimer's caregiver support, risk factors identification and protection measures.

We then highlight the vital aspect of securing grants and contracts for research, a significant topic addressed by Dr. Vandecar-Burdin. With a focus on accountability and process, we learn about the Social Science Research Center’s involvement in data collection and research over the past quarter-century.

We conclude the episode by forming an understanding of the relationship between love and prevention science, a discussion reflective of the complex terrains of love, service, prevention, and science. Don't miss this invigorating discussion on the multifaceted world of love and prevention science!

Furthermore, get insights into the impact of research grants on comprehensive societal studies, the unique dynamics of funding, and the pressure to produce results. Also, explore the importance of qualitative and quantitative research in illuminating various aspects of life, and hear Dr. Vandecar-Burdin's personal journey, sharing expert advice for aspiring researchers.