BU CISS News: Prof. Jacobson López Reflects on Social Science Research
Each month, the BU Center for Innovation in Social Science (CISS) highlights an affiliated professor who works with the center. Prof. Jacobson López from BU School of Social Work (BUSSW) was recently awarded a CISS grant to examine ways to improve healthcare services for gay and bisexual Black and/or Latino male sexual assault survivors. In this interview, he shares his experience with social science research, as well as some fun facts about himself.
Excerpt from “October 2023: Dr. Daniel Jacobson López (SSW)” by Lilian Belisle, originally posted in CISS News:
“Can you tell us about a recent research project that you’re excited about?
I’m very excited to work on the project funded by CISS. This project centers on the services that medical care professionals provide to gay Black and/or Latino male sexual assault survivors. It is an area that is poorly understood yet urgently needs to be addressed. I’m glad to be working with a friend and colleague of mine, Dr. Steven Meanley on this project.
What is your favorite course you’ve taught at BUSSW?
My favorite course to teach is Clinical Practice with Adult Trauma. I love this course; I have been able to integrate intergenerational and racial trauma into the course as well. And how to diagnose with the DSM-5-TR but also understanding the problematic aspects of the DSM as well.”