Noy Assaraf

Ph.D Student

I am a Ph.D. candidate at the Institute of Criminology, Faculty of Law, at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. I hold a B.A. in Criminology and Education and an M.A. in Criminology, both from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, from which I graduated with honors.

My research focuses on the intergenerational transmission of criminal behavior and family relationships, with particular emphasis on children of incarcerated parents. Specifically, my doctoral dissertation examines how parent–child attachment shapes the relationship between parental imprisonment and children’s delinquent behavior, as well as how these dynamics vary depending on the gender of the incarcerated parent. By integrating longitudinal data, quasi-experimental designs, and experimental approaches, my work seeks to clarify inconsistencies in the existing literature and to identify the mechanisms underlying these relationships.

Another central aspect of my scientific work is the application of quantitative research methods, with a particular emphasis on causal inference. I am extensively involved in empirical research and have co-authored a book on applied empirical research methods, which provides practical guidance on conducting scientific research. In particular, I have published a variety of studies in the field of experimental criminology, employing experimental designs to identify causal mechanisms underlying delinquent and antisocial behavior. Beyond my quantitative work, I am also involved in qualitative research projects, allowing me to approach criminological questions from multiple methodological perspectives.