The Policy Lab Email Format
Public Policy OfficesRhode Island, United States2-10 Employees
The Policy Lab is a small collaborative initiative based in Providence, Rhode Island, that brings together government, university, and community experts to conduct research aimed at informing policy and program decisions at the state level. Its work centers on tailoring studies to address real-world policy questions, providing evidence to support improvements across Rhode Island’s public sector. Operating within the public policy field, The Policy Lab positions itself as a bridge among public institutions, academia, and community organizations to translate research into practical policy guidance. The organization is connected to Brown University and operates from 201 Thayer Street, reflecting its roots in an academic environment while serving state-level policy needs. While specifics about staff size are not detailed, the lab is described as a collaborative effort involving a small team capable of coordinating across multiple partners to develop policy-relevant analysis. A recent development includes continued collaboration with broader institutional partners to support battery diagnostics analysis through Brown University, illustrating its involvement in cross-institution research initiatives.