University of Texas at Dallas researchers in the School of Economic, Political and Policy Sciences (EPPS) will lead a new quality-of-life project intended to help inform public policy with everyday perspectives and to improve lives for families in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Short, for whom the survey is named, is a key supporter of the project. Some of the institute’s previous work has included projects focusing on children’s health care, domestic violence and COVID-19. “Community leaders are looking for information to guide their decisions — about economic development, education, public safety and myriad other policy areas. Dr. Curtis Bram, assistant professor of political science, rounds out the project team with his expertise in survey design and development.