PPL Institute

Psychology, Politics, Liberty

For the people, by the people.

Our Surveys

If you wish to participate in one of our studies, please feel free to explore our survey cards as found below. Within each survey card you will find a link to the corresponding survey or a publication if the study has been completed. You are still able to take the survey for a completed study. Please read the consent form at the beginning of each survey.

The ppl's plates: Submission Form

The ppl's plate is a public health initiative to promote nutrional awareness and conscientious eating habits. This survey is a submission form for people to share their favorite, day to day, meals. In submitting a meal, you agree to have your meal shared on our social media page, and wish to show the people what other real people are eating.

Social media Posts: People vs. AI

This study explores whether individuals can distinguish between social media posts authored by humans vs AI-generated content. Participants will view posts and judge their origin. The percentages for each answer choice is presented after completion of the survey, inlcuding the correct answers for each of the posts.

Research Board

Our research is listed below from most recent to oldest. Click on a survey card to learn more about the study. Green cards are ongoing studies, yellow cards are paused studies, and blue cards are completed studies.

Extreme Heat and Opinions on Reproductive Rights

Does the experience of extreme heat effect opinions on abortion rights?

Media Consumption Habits and Mental Toughness

Does media genre effect mental toughness?

Who Are You Talking To? The Discernment of AI and Human Content on Social Media

Can people tell AI and human content apart?