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Summit Calls for Research Revolution to Combat Gun Violence

1/1/2026

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Since 2000, gun violence in the United States has caused more than 800,000 deaths and over 2 million injuries.
In March, leaders from multiple disciplines met at the JAMA Summit in Chicago to discuss reducing firearm violence.
The summit urged a "research revolution" with five steps to 2040, including strengthening communities and leveraging technology, underscoring the need for effective communication and research.

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Story summary

Since 2000, gun violence in the United States has caused more than 800,000 deaths and over 2 million injuries.
In March, leaders from multiple disciplines met at the JAMA Summit in Chicago to discuss reducing firearm violence.
The summit urged a "research revolution" with five steps to 2040, including strengthening communities and leveraging technology, underscoring the need for effective communication and research.