Our Mission
The Society for Prevention Research is an organization dedicated to advancing scientific investigation on the etiology and prevention of social, physical and mental health and academic problems and on the translation of that information to promote health and well being.
The multi-disciplinary membership of SPR is international and includes scientists, practitioners, advocates, administrators, and policymakers who value the conduct and dissemination of prevention science worldwide.
Contact Us
For questions, please contact SPR National Office at 703-934-4850, info@preventionresearch.org.
Annual Meeting
Mark your calendars to attend the most important prevention science conference–the Society for Prevention Research (SPR) 27th Annual Meeting that will be held in San Francisco, CA, May 28-31, 2019, at the Hyatt Regency San Francisco.
This year’s theme is “Prevention Science in a Big Data World.”
Job Postings
JOB POSTINGS - view listing of job openings/opportunities in prevention research.
Resources
Resources for Education and Training in the Field of Type 2 Translation Research Degree Programs or Certificates in Prevention Science and Pre-Doctoral and Post-Doctoral Training/Education in Prevention ScienceWhat’s Happening Now
Make a Difference and Vote Today
The annual SPR board election is happening now. View nominees and cast your vote by 5/27/2019 via members-only page.
Browse through 2019 Online Program
Searchable program broken down by day, format, themes, and authors
2019 Communications Plan
Designed to deliver members up-to-date news and information in prevention science.
It's Time to Get Ready for SPR 2019!
Early bird and hotel reservation deadline: 5/6/2019
Standards of Evidence
Standards of Evidence for Conducting and Reporting Economic Evaluations in Prevention Science
Advocacy
Advancing Type 2 Translation Research article by SPR Task Force now available at Prevention Science ONLINE FIRST
Type 2 Translational Reseach: Position Statement
Type 2 Translational Research: Overview and Definitions
SPR Monograph: Community Monitoring Systems
Standards of Evidence published in Prevention Science
SPR Standards of Knowledge for the Science of Prevention
SPR International Task Force
View list of SPR ITF events at the 2019 SPR Annual Meeting in San Francisco, CA.