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Applying themselves

June 7, 2021

Could reframing offers of financial aid help close the college-going gap between high- and low-income students?

Announcement

Book Launch Webinar Celebrating Sadie T.M. Alexander

June 4, 2021

The event on June 15 includes a panel who will honor the contributions of America’s first Black economist.

Research Highlights Article

Getting the best election candidates

June 4, 2021

Are voters better off choosing directly or delegating to party leaders?

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Boosting health coverage with better information

June 2, 2021

Why do ACA insurance exchanges have such low take-up rates?

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Welfare generosity and work

June 1, 2021

How much does extending unemployment insurance affect employment?

Call For Papers

Submissions open for the 2021 TIAA Paul A. Samuelson Award

May 28, 2021

The submission deadline is September 10, 2021.

Research Highlights Podcast

The pros and cons of collaboration

May 26, 2021

Benjamin Jones discusses the rise of team research and implications for professional advancement.

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Building a family dynasty

May 24, 2021

How much do extended family members impact the growth of human capital for future generations?

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Nondisclosures and naive consumers

May 21, 2021

When do markets force companies to reveal the quality of their products?

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Trickle down corruption

May 19, 2021

Revelations of political malfeasance in Mexico led to a deterioration in ethical norms among students.