What happens when poverty doesn’t look like poverty?

unu-merit / maastricht university

A research project mapping where official systems fail to see

Mission

We publish findings, method notes, and reusable assets to support research.

on going and collaborative

research

Current projects

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Jan·12·2026

Writing

Dec·16·2025

Urban Heat

Oct·06·2025

Methods

Meet the NOTESLAB®

We invite researchers, community organizations, and public agencies to collaborate. Contact us to use or share datasets and protocols or to discuss joint projects.

Acknowledgements

We’re open to collaboration.

Latest Notes

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Meet the people behind
the project

Nathalia Ramírez

PhD Fellow

Prof. Dr Franziska Gassman

Dr. Zina Nimeh

Dr. Andrea Franco

F.A.Q.

What’s the difference between Field Notes and Publications?

Field Notes are working-facing posts—method notes, reflections, and updates written for readability and practical reuse. Publications are formal research outputs (journal articles, reports, and working papers) with citation details and official links.

Can I reuse your datasets, protocols, or templates?

Often, yes. Each resource lists its license and any access conditions. If a dataset is restricted (e.g., sensitive locations or participant privacy), we’ll note how to request access.

How should I cite something from this site?

Use the citation information on the relevant page when available (publication citation, dataset version, or post date).

When in doubt, cite the page title, NotesLab®, the year, and the URL.

How do I collaborate or request access to restricted materials?

Email noteslab@dier.ie with a short description of your project and what you need (e.g., dataset version, intended use, timeline). We typically respond within 3–5 working days.