In this episode of CompassPoint, we sit down with Dr. Hayley Cleary, a professor of criminal justice and public policy at VCU's Wilder School. Cleary shares information about her research on interrogations, her experience working with state policymakers to influence policy, and her experience pursuing and obtaining an NSF grant. She also shares advice and strategies for students and faculty who are interested in pursuing grants and in using their research to influence policy.