University instructor affiliated with Brock University becomes part of a collective addressing the surge in gambling activities
The Institute on Sports Wagering and Gaming (ISWAG) at San Diego State University has welcomed a new member, Michael Naraine, an Associate Professor of Sport Management at Brock University in Canada. This appointment marks a significant step in the context of Canadian research on commercial casinos, iGaming, sports betting, research, and responsible gaming.
Naraine, who highlights a lack of research in Canada specifically focusing on sports gambling, is expected to contribute significantly to the research and policy development efforts at ISWAG. He emphasizes the rapid growth of the sports betting industry, which he believes has outpaced academic research.
The ISWAG's mission aligns with the growing interest in the regulation and understanding of commercial casinos, iGaming, sports betting, and responsible gaming in both Canada and the United States. The Institute aims to develop evidence-based policy and examines the effects of betting.
Ontario is one of the top five jurisdictions for sports betting in North America, making the need for comprehensive research in this area all the more crucial. Naraine believes that the areas of academic research that are lagging behind in the context of the sports betting industry include regulation, marketing ethics, and athlete behavior.
The ISWAG is a significant entity in the field of sports wagering and gaming, with a focus on evidence-based policy and research. Its activities and research agenda, as reported, center on U.S. legalization trends, regulatory frameworks, and consumer issues, reflecting the ongoing developments following the 2018 Supreme Court decision in the U.S. that affected sports betting laws domestically.
By joining ISWAG, Naraine provides a platform for Canadian researchers to collaborate with their counterparts in the United States. This collaboration is expected to bridge the gap in sports betting research between the two countries, contributing to a more comprehensive understanding of this growing industry.
The Institute on Sports Wagering and Gaming at San Diego State University is a key player in shaping policy related to commercial casinos, iGaming, sports betting, and responsible gaming. Its role as a research group that brings together researchers and policymakers makes it an invaluable resource in the pursuit of evidence-based policy and responsible gambling practices.
- Michael Naraine, the new member at ISWAG, aims to focus his research on sports betting, specifically identifying a lack of research in Canada and expected contributions to the development of policies related to casino-and-gambling and responsible-gambling.
- Given the rapid growth of the sports betting industry and its significance in jurisdictions like Ontario, Naraine's collaboration with ISWAG will help bridge the research gap between Canada and the United States, providing a more comprehensive understanding of sports-betting, including aspects like regulation, marketing ethics, and athlete behavior.
