Dr. Lawrence M. Berger's lab at the University of Wisconsin-Madison focuses on understanding how economic and social factors impact family wellbeing across generations. Their research involves collecting and analyzing data on families, specifically looking at parenting, child development, and the effects of debt on health and economic security. The lab aims to inform public health and social policies by providing insights into how inequalities are transmitted through families.

Lara Gerassi's research focuses on understanding risky sexual behaviors, particularly the complexities of sex trading, which includes both in-person and virtual exchanges for compensation. Her lab employs innovative approaches to measure these behaviors comprehensively, moving beyond traditional single-question methods to examine the nuances in circumstances, risks, and protective factors related to sex trading. By utilizing various methodologies and a diverse sample population, her goal is to enhance the understanding of sex trading behaviors, thereby informing effective public health interventions and policies.