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Study finds EV subsidies in the Inflation Reduction Act help the climate, U.S. automakers — but at a questionable cost to taxpayers
A comprehensive new study from Stanford economist Hunt Allcott and his colleagues sheds light on the limited benefits of the electric vehicle tax credits under the IRA.
October 07, 2024
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Two beers, a pandemic, and a workplace revolution
Stanford economists Nicholas Bloom and Steven Davis recognized early on in the pandemic that working from home is here to stay. Their insights continue to shape the future of work.
October 01, 2024
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Stanford launches Initiative for Financial Decision-Making to transform personal finance education
The new program is backed by a gift from Charles Schwab and the Charles R. Schwab Foundation for Financial Freedom. SIEPR’s Annamaria Lusardi will serve as its faculty director.
September 26, 2024
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Can global supply chains be fixed?
The pandemic exposed deep flaws in the sourcing and delivery of goods and services worldwide. SIEPR's Matthew Jackson explains what’s wrong and what needs to be done now.
September 12, 2024
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Why advertisers pay more to reach viewers who watch less
When targeting viewers on TV and social media, eyeballs are not equal. SIEPR’s Matthew Gentzkow and his colleagues shed light on the competition dynamics of the advertising market.
September 10, 2024
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Striking costs of infertility point to importance of IVF access and affordability
Research by SIEPR’s Petra Persson and Maria Polyakova examines both the public and private impacts of infertility — from the toll on mental health to socio-economic dynamics.
July 12, 2024
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The surprising economic upside to money in US politics
As election battles heat up and political cash arsenals swell, SIEPR’s Greg Buchak delivers insights into the leveling effects of unlimited campaign donations.
July 10, 2024
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Hybrid work is a “win-win-win” for companies, workers, study finds
In a study published in Nature, SIEPR's Nick Bloom finds employees who work from home two days a week are just as productive, likely to get promoted, and far less prone to quit.
June 12, 2024
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All eyes on AI: Promoting competition
SIEPR, the U.S. Department of Justice, and Stanford GSB co-hosted a workshop on AI to hear the views of top policymakers, industry leaders, scholars, and content creators.
June 04, 2024
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At what point do we decide AI’s risks outweigh its promise?
SIEPR Senior Fellow Chad Jones takes a closer look at the two sides of advanced artificial intelligence: unprecedented growth and existential risk.
May 31, 2024
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Ways to strengthen and stabilize California’s residential care system
A new report coauthored by SIEPR Senior Fellow Alison Morantz examines California’s safety net of support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
May 31, 2024
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When the Export-Import Bank closed up, US companies saw global sales plummet
In taking a look back at a temporary shutdown of the export crediting agency, SIEPR Faculty Fellow Chenzi Xu sheds light on the importance of trade financing.
May 15, 2024
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Facebook went away. Political divides didn't budge.
A Stanford-led study into how quitting social media affected users’ political views in the runup to the 2020 presidential vote has implications for this year’s election.
May 13, 2024
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IMF's Gita Gopinath: Geopolitics and its impact on global trade and the dollar
Gita Gopinath, the International Monetary Fund’s second-highest ranking official, discussed threats to the world economy during her visit to Stanford.
May 10, 2024
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70 years after Brown v. Board of Education, new research shows rise in school segregation
SIEPR Senior Fellow Sean Reardon and researchers at Stanford and USC launch the Segregation Explorer, a website providing data on segregation trends and patterns across the U.S.
May 07, 2024
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David Chan receives NIHCM Award for research on veterans care
SIEPR Senior Fellow David Chan receives the 2024 National Institute for Health Care Management Research Award.
April 17, 2024
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SF Fed’s Mary Daly: ‘Inflation was always going to be a bumpy ride’
During a Q&A at SIEPR, the longtime central banker talked about a wide range of economic policy issues.
April 16, 2024
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For the Colorado River and beyond, a new market could save the day
Stanford economist Paul Milgrom won a Nobel Prize in part for his role in enabling today’s mobile world. Now he’s tackling a different 21st century challenge: water scarcity.
April 10, 2024
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Q&A: Julian Nyarko on why Large Language Models like ChatGPT treat Black- and white-sounding names differently
SIEPR Faculty Fellow Julian Nyarko discusses his latest research using an audit framework to probe for race and gender bias in chatbots.
April 09, 2024
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Paying Off People’s Medical Debt Has Little Impact on Their Lives, Study Finds
The New York Times reports on a study from SIEPR's Neale Mahoney, which finds that medical debt relief efforts aren't going as expected.
April 08, 2024
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Study finds medical debt relief doesn’t always work
A first-of-its-kind study from Stanford economist Neale Mahoney finds that efforts to help low-income Americans by buying up their medical debt aren’t going as planned.
April 08, 2024
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Economic Report of the President draws on work of SIEPR scholars
President Biden’s assessment of the nation’s economic health and groundwork for what’s next relies heavily on academic research, including the work of several SIEPR scholars.
April 03, 2024
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‘Short bursts’ of tutoring improves young readers’ skills in only minutes a day, Stanford study finds
Research by SIEPR's Susanna Loeb and the National Student Support Accelerator shows the potential of a cost-effective tutoring model that can meet students’ varying needs.
March 12, 2024
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Car loans are a hidden driver of the ride-sharing economy
SIEPR Faculty Fellow Greg Buchak takes a closer look behind the ride-sharing economy. What happens when the drivers can’t afford wheels?
March 08, 2024
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The power of ‘geoeconomics’ to make sense of a turbulent world
A new paper by Stanford economist Matteo Maggiori offers policymakers a framework for understanding how economic power is used to achieve geopolitical goals.
February 22, 2024
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Staying ahead of inflation in 2024
In this Q&A, SIEPR Senior Fellow John Taylor discusses the economic trends he’s paying attention to in the year ahead.
February 16, 2024
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The far reach of tax laws: How reforms in the UK boosted Africa
New research from Stanford’s Rebecca Lester reveals how tax policies can have unintended effects around the world.
February 07, 2024
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Public pensions are mixing risky investments with unrealistic predictions
Research by SIEPR Senior Fellow Joshua Rauh on U.S. pension plans raises questions about their managers’ financial optimism.
February 05, 2024
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New report shows historic gains in pandemic recovery for many U.S. school districts
Research co-authored by SIEPR Senior Fellow Sean Reardon shows some rebound in math and reading but slower gains among poor students have widened the achievement gap.
January 31, 2024
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7 economic trends to watch in 2024
Policymakers have their work cut out for them this election year.
January 05, 2024
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Generative AI boost can boost productivity without replacing workers
In the first large-scale study of a ChatGPT-like assistant in the workplace, SIEPR’s Erik Brynjolfsson finds it can benefit less experienced employees — and make customers happier.
December 14, 2023
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European leaders talk cleaner chips, geopolitics at SIEPR
The prime minister of the Netherlands and other European officials met with Stanford students and discussed sustainability challenges of the semiconductor industry.
December 12, 2023
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SIEPR’s Daniel Ho testifies on Capitol Hill, gives input to lawmakers on AI policy
The SIEPR senior fellow testifies before federal lawmakers and joins colleagues in proposing steps to develop AI policies that foster innovation while managing risks.
December 11, 2023
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Big cities foster socioeconomic segregation. Here’s how we can fix that
A new study by SIEPR’s David Grusky shows people in big cities primarily interact with others in the same socioeconomic bracket. Intentional urban planning could help change that.
November 30, 2023
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Dollars and sense: The case for teaching personal finance
The latest analysis by Stanford’s Annamaria Lusardi reaffirms how little people understand money and underscores the need for policies supporting personal finance education.
November 28, 2023
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FTC's Lina Khan warns Big Tech over AI
Speaking at Stanford, the Federal Trade Commission chair said antitrust authorities are paying close attention to moves by the private sector to propel artificial intelligence.
November 03, 2023
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Globalization: Making sense of the backlash
At the SIEPR Fall Policy Forum, experts on international issues examined why hopes for a unified world economy appear to have stalled and what the U.S. needs to do in response.
October 31, 2023
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Victor Fuchs, pioneer of health care economics, has died
Fuchs’ influence and tireless devotion to the field of health care economics and the Stanford community spanned decades.
September 18, 2023
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Another payoff from trading stocks: Reducing political polarization
An experiment by SIEPR senior fellow Saumitra Jha and his collaborators shows that investing — even when unprofitable — can be a lesson in building trust.
August 31, 2023
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Testing whether cash transfers alleviate housing insecurity
SIEPR Faculty Fellow Adrienne Sabety is conducting an innovative experiment to see whether a cash assistance program for unhoused people will help alleviate homelessness.
August 22, 2023
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Gauging the ‘subscription economy’ boon to companies
Federal regulators want to make it easier for consumers to cancel auto-renewal subscriptions. New Stanford research indicates the financial stakes for consumers and businesses.
August 15, 2023
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What ‘Robot Hubs’ mean for the future of US manufacturing
New research by SIEPR Senior Fellow Erik Brynjolfsson provides a first look at robot adoption and concentration in US manufacturing.
August 01, 2023
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Just how much do physicians earn — and why?
New research by Stanford health economist Maria Polyakova takes an in-depth look at how — and how much — physicians are paid in the United States.
July 27, 2023
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The economists’ guide to rehabilitating U.S. health care
Stanford’s Liran Einav has co-authored a new book that blends science, history, and common sense in proposing an extreme makeover of U.S. health care.
July 25, 2023
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The mythical tie between immigration and crime
Research by Stanford’s Ran Abramitzky and co-authors uncovers the most extensive evidence to date that immigrants are less likely to be imprisoned than U.S.-born individuals.
July 21, 2023
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Does it pay to link executive compensation to ESG goals?
SIEPR Senior Fellow Stefan Reichelstein examines the rapid growth of “ESG pay” and its impact on the environmental, social and governance goals of firms.
July 19, 2023
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A novel prescription for combating drug shortages
As policymakers look to respond to an acute drug shortage in the U.S., an analysis of the generic drug market by SIEPR’s Lisa Ouellette suggests three possible reforms.
June 28, 2023
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When is it too late to give up control of your finances?
SIEPR Senior Fellow Christopher Tonetti probes the gray area when older investors want to retain control of their finances but know the risks of hanging on too long.
May 30, 2023
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Marking 30 years of the Taylor rule
Scholars at a recent Hoover Institution conference reflected on the Taylor rule — from its first impact in the 1990s to today — and discussed ways to get the economy back on track.
May 30, 2023
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Surprising insights from a global study on perceptions of gender norms
SIEPR’s Alessandra Voena and her co-authors find a rift between what people believe and what they think others believe about certain policies meant to empower women.
May 17, 2023
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IRS confirms Stanford study of racial bias in audits
The IRS vows to take action after SIEPR’s Daniel Ho co-led a research team that found Black taxpayers are 3 to 5 times more likely to be audited.
May 15, 2023
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SIEPR’s David Chan wins 2023 ASHEcon Medal
The American Society of Health Economists is recognizing David Chan for his significant contributions to health economics research.
May 03, 2023
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Economic Report of the President shows SIEPR scholars making a difference
President Biden’s recent analysis of the nation’s economic progress relies heavily on academic research, including studies by more than two dozen SIEPR scholars.
May 03, 2023
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Lobell, Piazzesi elected to National Academy of Sciences
SIEPR's David Lobell and Monika Piazzesi are among seven Stanford faculty elected to the National Academy of Sciences.
May 03, 2023
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Social (in)Security: Now's the time to act
Social Security’s clock is ticking. At the SIEPR Spring Policy Forum, top experts examined the program’s teetering finances and what happens next.
April 27, 2023
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When markets and politics collide, innovation may lose out
Rethinking antitrust policies: SIEPR Senior Fellow Steven Callander shows how the threat of new competitors in regulated markets could stifle innovation.
April 19, 2023
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A new look at immigrants’ outsize contribution to innovation in the US
SIEPR Senior Fellow Rebecca Diamond finds foreign-born inventors generate a disproportionate share of patents — and make their U.S.-born collaborators more productive.
April 14, 2023
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Many US banks face the same risks that brought down Silicon Valley Bank
A new analysis by SIEPR Senior Fellow Amit Seru finds that $2.2 trillion in losses and nervous customers could spark more bank runs.
March 21, 2023
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Stanford experts on the state of US banking after the Silicon Valley Bank collapse
SIEPR senior fellows Anat Admati and Amit Seru join fellow finance professors to talk about the ongoing risks banks face and consequences of backstopping uninsured deposits.
March 16, 2023
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The secret to the dollar’s success? Nope, it’s not trade.
New research by SIEPR scholars finds countries that want to “dedollarize” must find a currency that matches the greenback’s extraordinary liquidity.
February 24, 2023
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In tribute: Paul Allan David, 1935-2023
Paul Allan David, one of the founders of SIEPR, has died at 87. He established Stanford as a leading center for economic history, writes longtime colleague Gavin Wright.
February 22, 2023
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Q&A: Voters “punished” candidates who pushed election fraud claims in 2022
SIEPR Senior Fellow Andrew Hall discusses new research that finds a small group of voters penalized election-denying candidates in 2022 — and could sway 2024 election results.
February 20, 2023
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Q&A: How pandemic savings are ‘trickling up’ to the super-rich
SIEPR’s Adrien Auclert shows how the surge in savings by US households during the pandemic is exacerbating wealth inequality — and likely complicating efforts to tame inflation.
February 16, 2023
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How the Affordable Care Act has improved farmworkers’ health
A new study by SIEPR Faculty Fellow Kwabena Donkor finds that the Affordable Care Act helps agricultural workers get better medical care — and avoid the ER.
February 15, 2023
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What happened to students who left public schools during the pandemic? New research tracks their paths
SIEPR Senior Fellow Thomas S. Dee says the findings point to a need to refocus academic recovery efforts on younger students.
February 09, 2023
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A low-cost fix for tech’s diversity problem
As tech companies struggle to diversify their workforces, Stanford’s Susan Athey and Emil Palikot have designed an online program to accelerate the hiring of women and minorities.
February 09, 2023
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Tax avoidance has become a key part of IPO planning
SIEPR Faculty Fellow Rebecca Lester reveals many soon-to-be public companies are already one step ahead of the tax collector.
February 08, 2023
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IRS disproportionately audits Black taxpayers
A Stanford collaboration with the Department of the Treasury yields the first direct evidence of differences in audit rates by race.
January 31, 2023
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Study: When public hospitals go private, low-income patients lose
As public control of US hospitals has declined dramatically, SIEPR’s Mark Duggan shows how privatization improves profitability but reduces access for the most vulnerable patients.
January 09, 2023
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Top economic policy challenges for 2023
No crystal balls. No reading tea leaves. Just a research-based look ahead to some undoubtedly huge economic issues.
January 05, 2023
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SIEPR's Honigsberg urges lawmakers to reform corporate transparency
The faculty fellow went to Capitol Hill to tell lawmakers more should be done for the sake of investors.
December 14, 2022
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Q&A with John Cochrane: The pain of a recession and agony of stagnation
While recessions are difficult, they are temporary, says Stanford economist John Cochrane. What is more painful is long-term economic slowdown and stagnation.
December 08, 2022
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New research on deaths and economic impact in the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic
SIEPR’s Maria Polyakova conducts a detailed analysis of the first-year impact of the COVID-19 pandemic among people based on their race and ethnicity, employment and education.
December 02, 2022
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Study: Striking inequalities in US infant and maternal health point to structural racism and access issues
Research by SIEPR’s Petra Persson and Maya Rossin-Slater on health inequality finds wealthy Black mothers and infants fare worse than the poorest white mothers and infants.
November 28, 2022
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Stanford research ushers in a ‘new frontier’ in tackling global poverty
In the first real-world test of a tool pioneered at Stanford to better evaluate anti-poverty policies, a new study shows the economic benefits of expanding electricity access.
November 16, 2022
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The ESG generation gap: Millennials and boomers split on their investing goals
SIEPR’s Amit Seru and Stephen Haber, and their collaborators find younger investors are more willing to put money behind environmental and social goals — even if it’s costlier.
November 15, 2022
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Police Facebook posts disproportionately highlight crimes involving Black suspects, study finds
As social media has risen as a news source, SIEPR’s Julian Nyarko examines law enforcement Facebook posts and finds Black suspects are overrepresented relative to arrest rates.
November 14, 2022
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All about taxes: The policies everyone loves to hate
The SIEPR Policy Forum on taxation convened top policymakers, business leaders, and academics for an in-depth discussion on how to make the system more equitable and efficient.
November 02, 2022
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Digging deeper on the pandemic learning loss
Research by SIEPR’s Sean Reardon and colleagues offers the clearest picture yet of pandemic learning loss, revealing patterns that vary from one school district to the next.
October 28, 2022
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How to set top tax rates without deterring innovation
SIEPR Senior Fellow Charles Jones says the debate over taxing the highest earners overlooks the importance of encouraging new ideas.
October 25, 2022
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World Bank President David Malpass discusses the crisis facing development
Speaking at SIEPR, the leader of the World Bank warns of challenges ahead for developing countries.
September 28, 2022
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Study shows worsening wildfire smoke is unraveling decades of air quality gains
SIEPR’s Marshall Burke and his collaborators have developed an AI model for predicting particle pollution to help track the American West’s worsening wildfire smoke and its impact.
September 22, 2022
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Study finds ‘substantial’ costs on workers with severe COVID-19 illnesses
Research led by SIEPR’s Gopi Shah Goda estimates that at least 500,000 Americans are not working today because of the lingering consequences of their COVID-19 illnesses.
September 12, 2022
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What causes inflation? SIEPR’s John Taylor explains
Monetary policy is a major cause of the increase in inflation, says Stanford economist John Taylor.
September 06, 2022
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China plans to have its currency rival the dollar. A new study assesses its prospects.
SIEPR Senior Fellow Matteo Maggiori is tracking China's push to internationalize its currency and says it's "a viable contender."
August 19, 2022
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Q&A: Stanford Law Professor Alan Sykes on the CHIPS and Science Act of 2022
SIEPR Senior Fellow Alan Sykes discussed the bipartisan bill prior to its signing.
August 09, 2022
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Policies aimed at protecting Americans from wildfire smoke in their homes are failing
A new study led by SIEPR Senior Fellow Marshall Burke explains better government policies are needed to help Americans keep their indoor air safe from hazardous wildfire smoke.
July 27, 2022
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Investors beware: Crooked financial advisors can slip through regulatory cracks
SIEPR’s Colleen Honigsberg looks at how loopholes in regulatory monitoring of financial advisors allow bad actors to stay in the business.
July 20, 2022
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The wide-ranging economic consequences of overturning Roe v. Wade
SIEPR Senior Fellow Luigi Pistaferri explains how the greatest burden of abortion restrictions will likely fall onto low-income women and minorities.
July 18, 2022
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Q&A with Paul Oyer: “An Economist Goes to the Game”
In a new book, SIEPR’s Paul Oyer exposes fresh insights about the wide world of sports, both on and off the field.
July 14, 2022
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How partisanship crept into a program to boost investment in low-income areas
Research by SIEPR Faculty Fellow Rebecca Lester reveals how political bias influenced the federal Opportunity Zone program rollout, underscoring concerns of fiscal misallocations.
June 20, 2022
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Groundbreaking study shows benefits to reinventing responses for nonviolent 911 calls
Research by SIEPR’s Thomas Dee finds benefits to dispatching mental health specialists for nonviolent 911 calls. In Denver, it reduced reported crimes and response costs.
June 08, 2022
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Overturning myths about immigration
In a new book, SIEPR Senior Fellow Ran Abramitzky and his co-author trace millions of immigrant lives to understand how they – and their children – thrived in the United States.
June 01, 2022
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Addressing California's homeless crisis
To build dialogue on one of the most pressing issues facing California, the SIEPR Policy Forum convened a wide range of experts who are working the front lines of homelessness.
May 31, 2022
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Gentzkow, Imbens elected to National Academy of Sciences
SIEPR’s Matthew Gentzkow and Guido Imbens are among eight Stanford faculty newly elected to the National Academy of Sciences.
May 17, 2022
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Missed diagnoses: Study highlights the importance of physician skills in health care
Research by David Chan and Matthew Gentzkow points to how much diagnostic skills matter in patient care and how policies to boost skills can improve health care efficiency.
May 05, 2022
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White House’s chief economist discusses U.S. economy’s headwinds at SIEPR event
Cecilia Rouse, Chair of the White House Council of Economic Advisers, addressed policies to fuel long-term economic growth.
April 28, 2022
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Matteo Maggiori named Carnegie Fellow
Maggiori, an expert in international macroeconomics and finance, is a professor at Stanford Graduate School of Business and co-founder of The Global Capital Allocation Project.
April 26, 2022
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Nicholas Bloom awarded Guggenheim Fellowship
Economist Nicholas Bloom, a SIEPR senior fellow, wins prestigious fellowship for his ongoing research on the work-from-home evolution, management practices and uncertainty.
April 21, 2022
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Stanford’s Daniel Ho appointed to the Biden administration’s National Artificial Intelligence Advisory Committee
Daniel Ho will advise on national AI policies — from competitiveness to workforce implications and societal impacts.
April 21, 2022
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Tech Policy Hackathon draws innovative policy proposals for California
Medical vending machines and the use of AI tools to help prevent wildfires were among the winning policy proposals to improve the future of California.
April 12, 2022
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Using Trump endorsements to move the needle on COVID-19 vaccines
SIEPR’s Brad Larsen and his colleagues ran an experiment showing a compilation of interviews with Donald Trump recommending the COVID shots, leading to a vaccination uptick.
April 04, 2022
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Matthew Jackson receives Frontiers of Knowledge Award
SIEPR Senior Fellow Matthew Jackson is recognized for his pioneering work on the essential role of networks in society.
March 21, 2022
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Q&A: The U.S. is at a policy crossroads for digital currencies
SIEPR’s Darrell Duffie discusses policy recommendations on how America and its partners can address the global rise of central bank digital currencies.
March 21, 2022
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SIEPR Economic Summit highlights policy challenges — and solutions — from the pandemic
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen, Sal Khan and Lisa Su were among the speakers who gave insightful perspectives into tough economic issues rippling across society.
March 10, 2022
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Q&A: The benefits and limitations of paid family leave
SIEPR’s Maya Rossin-Slater discusses how paid family leave is not a “silver bullet” for advancing gender equality but is beneficial for health, well-being and financial stability.
March 09, 2022
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Yellen discusses Russian sanctions at SIEPR Economic Summit
From the policy front line: Treasury secretary addresses invasion of Ukraine
March 04, 2022
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The roots of legislative polarization: How state elections are producing a more extreme pipeline of political candidates
New research by SIEPR Senior Fellow Andrew Hall shows how elections for state legislatures are fueling ideological extremism that can spill over to national politics.
February 28, 2022
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Veterans rushed to VA hospitals have significantly better outcomes
In a new study, SIEPR Senior Fellow David Chan finds veterans rushed to VA hospitals have significantly higher survival rates than veterans transported to non-VA hospitals.
February 21, 2022
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Algorithms, Privacy, and the Future of Tech Regulation in California
A recent event co-hosted by SIEPR offered insights on the policy intersection of regulation, innovation and engagement.
February 01, 2022
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Gearing up for policy challenges in 2022
Three SIEPR senior fellows on three important policy issues this year.
January 24, 2022
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For Black Americans, COVID-19 is quickly reversing crucial economic gains
Research co-authored by SIEPR’s Peter Klenow and Chad Jones measures the welfare gap between Black and white Americans and provides a way to analyze policies to narrow the divide.
January 12, 2022
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The price of fuel & fun: Study on purchasing power highlights income segregation across U.S. cities
SIEPR's Rebecca Diamond examines the significance of everyday household expenses across the U.S.
December 06, 2021
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What a 19th-century bank crash can teach us today
By digging through old bank ledgers, SIEPR Faculty Fellow Chenzi Xu reveals the lasting impacts of financial crises.
December 02, 2021
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Paid family leave support grew during COVID-19, Stanford study finds
Paid family leave support grew during COVID-19, Stanford study finds
November 17, 2021
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Economists don’t always agree. On this hot-button issue, they do.
Economists don’t always agree. On this hot-button issue, they do.
November 16, 2021
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CBO director meets with SIEPR scholars, students
CBO director meets with SIEPR scholars, students
November 12, 2021
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Stanford forum explores promises, pitfalls of basic income
Stanford forum explores promises, pitfalls of basic income
November 10, 2021
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Stanford economist Muriel Niederle receives Oskar Morgenstern Medal
Stanford economist receives Oskar Morgenstern Medal
October 29, 2021
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“He’s just a normal dude”: SIEPR colleagues celebrate Nobel winner Guido Imbens
SIEPR Senior Fellow Guido Imbens gets a round of congratulatory greetings from Stanford colleagues for his Nobel win.
October 11, 2021
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Imbens’ work ignited an empirical revolution in economics
His scholarship helped change how social scientists do their work. Here's how.
October 11, 2021
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SIEPR Senior Fellow Guido Imbens wins Nobel in economic sciences
Imbens and his co-winners were awarded the prize for their methodological contributions to the analysis of causal relationships.
October 11, 2021
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For doctors, taking medical advice is sometimes a hard pill to swallow
On average, doctors and their close relatives adhere to medical guidelines just over 50% of the time. The average patient complies slightly more than 54% of the time.
October 11, 2021
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Study finds medical debt is a double whammy for the poor
Neale Mahoney examines the impact of a hospital financial assistance program and finds that people saddled with unpaid medical bills are less likely to seek needed health care.
October 07, 2021
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Athey, Hoxby named to American Economic Association leadership
Two SIEPR senior fellows will serve executive posts at the AEA in 2022 — Susan Athey has been named president-elect, and Caroline Hoxby, co-vice president.
October 05, 2021
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Jonathan Levin to advise Biden
Jonathan Levin has been tapped to join the White House advisory panel on science and technology.
September 30, 2021
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Policy Forum: Contrasting economic policy in California and Texas
SIEPR’s fall Policy Forum went beyond the rhetoric of the rivalry between the Golden and Lone Star states to provide a closer examination and lively discussion.
September 27, 2021
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Researchers find ninth-grade ethnic studies helped students for years
A new study by SIEPR senior fellow Tom Dee shows students assigned to an ethnic studies course had longer-term improvements in attendance and graduation rates.
September 06, 2021
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How a Stanford collaboration with local entities helped address COVID-19 health disparities
Using data science and machine learning concepts, SIEPR Senior Fellow Daniel Ho and a team of Stanford researchers identified disparities in COVID-19 testing.
August 27, 2021
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Study dispels two myths about telemedicine
As health care delivery evolves from the pandemic, Liran Einav and colleagues find that concerns over higher costs and lower-quality care from telemedicine may well be overblown.
August 10, 2021
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At SIEPR, the freedom to ask and answer ‘Is economics right for me?’
SIEPR’s undergraduate research assistants and predocs don’t have to be committed to a career in economics. They just need to be curious and open to learning.
August 09, 2021
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How school reopening decisions influenced enrollment drop
SIEPR's Thomas S. Dee discusses new research examining the impact of school policies to go remote or in-person in 2020-21.
August 09, 2021
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Inflation has spiked. Is it time to worry?
Consumer prices are rising and so are fears of inflation. SIEPR’s Monika Piazzesi weighs in on the pricing surge and potential warning signs.
July 27, 2021
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America's medical debt is much worse than we think
Neale Mahoney sheds new light on the troubling extent of America's medical debt and finds individuals in low-income areas and in the South are most affected.
July 20, 2021
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Evaluating the future of work in California
SIEPR & the Stanford Digital Economy Lab are conducting research that will help evaluate how artificial intelligence & machine learning will impact the future of work in California
July 19, 2021
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Williams, Mahoney win 2021 ASHEcon Medal
Senior fellows Heidi Williams and Neale Mahoney share this year’s award that recognizes young researchers who have made significant contributions to the field of health economics.
July 06, 2021
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Hooked on your smartphone?
Social media and smartphone use rank above watching television, smoking and boozing in the top five things people think they ought to be doing less of.
June 21, 2021
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Maya Rossin-Slater wins Faculty Women’s Forum Award
Health economist and SIEPR senior fellow Maya Rossin-Slater is honored for outstanding work in supporting women at Stanford.
June 14, 2021
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SIEPR’s Gopi Shah Goda to serve in Washington
Goda, a senior fellow and deputy director of SIEPR, will serve as a senior economist as part of President Biden’s Council of Economic Advisers.
June 10, 2021
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Young Scholars: Primed and ready for launch
The annual Postdoctoral Fellows Conference, where up-and-coming economists present their work, is a hallmark of SIEPR's Young Scholars Program.
May 27, 2021
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SIEPR seeks Director of Partnerships
SIEPR's new Director of Partnerships will play an instrumental role in working with external groups and organizations to engage our community of faculty, visitors, students [...]
May 20, 2021
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Q&A: What's at stake in the Epic Games vs. Apple case
SIEPR senior fellow and law professor Mark Lemley discusses the wide implications of the trial now underway between the "Fortnite" game maker and tech behemoth Apple.
May 11, 2021
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Q&A: Waiving COVID-19 vaccine patents
As the World Trade Organization considers waiving patent protections for COVID-19 vaccines, SIEPR Senior Fellow Lisa Larrimore Ouellette explains the proposal [...]
May 06, 2021
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Study highlights the importance of risk perceptions during pandemic shutdowns
Maria Polyakova and Grant Miller underscore how individual perceptions of risk will play a role in the return to pre-pandemic norms and the effectiveness of COVID-related policies.
May 05, 2021
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Research reveals homes in floodplains are overvalued by nearly $44 billion
SIEPR's Marshall Burke shows almost 4 million homes in floodplains have been overvalued, suggesting that improved disclosure on flood risks could influence housing market outcomes.
April 29, 2021
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Beyond borders: The benefits of proactive policies in a pandemic
SIEPR's Matthew Jackson shows COVID-19 infection rates could be substantially lower with government policies that are more outward-looking and proactive.
April 27, 2021
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Study finds that paid family leave does not hurt employers
New research from SIEPR’s Maya Rossin-Slater suggests that employers are not harmed when workers take paid leaves of absence to care for family members.
April 12, 2021
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Study suggests a new approach for Uncle Sam to fight poverty
Faculty Fellow Jacob Goldin is among a group of Stanford scholars focused on increasing EITC participation.
March 19, 2021
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Vote-by-mail had surprisingly little effect on turnout in 2020, new study shows
The record number of absentee votes in the presidential election did not drive the extraordinary increase in the overall number of ballots cast, according to SIEPR's Andrew Hall.
March 15, 2021
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Keeping score on the world of college sports
Panelists at the 2021 SIEPR Economic Summit didn't shy away from talking about cutting teams, the prospect of unionized student athletes and the idea of nixing the NCAA.
March 10, 2021
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SIEPR Economic Summit highlights money, tech and sports
Mellody Hobson, Raphael Bostic, Jeff Raikes and Satya Nadella were among the speakers at the 2021 Summit.
March 10, 2021
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Melding AI with health care and policy to combat human trafficking
The Stanford Human Trafficking Data Lab conducts critical research through a collaboration among academics, health-care providers and frontline trafficking experts and prosecutors.
March 02, 2021
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George Shultz, statesman and Stanford scholar, dies at 100
George Shultz, a former U.S. secretary of state and SIEPR advisory board member who wielded profound influence on American public policy, died Feb. 6.
February 07, 2021
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Faculty fellowship named in honor of George P. Shultz at SIEPR
A new faculty fellowship at SIEPR recognizes George P. Shultz and his distinguished career in public service, business, academia and economic policy.
February 02, 2021
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What’s behind the increase in ADHD?
New Stanford research on ADHD diagnoses and drug treatment among youths highlights a significant issue in the diagnostic process [...]
January 12, 2021
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Climate change has caused billions of dollars in flood damages, Stanford researchers find
In a new analysis, SIEPR faculty fellow Marshall Burke and his colleagues attribute about one-third of the cost of flooding damages in the past 30 years to climate change.
January 11, 2021
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New study of gun violence in schools identifies long-term harms
Research from SIEPR’s Maya Rossin-Slater finds that students exposed to school shootings face 'lasting, persistent' adversity in their educational and long-term economic outcomes.
January 04, 2021
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So your parents want you to be a doctor?
SIEPR’s Petra Persson and Maria Polyakova identify one possibility for why homogeneity within the medical profession persists – and what the unintended consequences may be.
December 16, 2020
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Q&A: All eyes on Georgia, an election battleground — again
It’s been a long election season, and it’s still not over. Two pivotal runoffs on Jan. 5 in Georgia will determine which party will control the U.S. Senate [...]
December 14, 2020
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Economics needs more women as field impacts public policy
“We cannot make progress on some of the most important issues facing our society today without a diverse set of voices contributing to the research and discussion."
December 08, 2020
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Teacher licensing laws keep out least qualified teachers
SIEPR’s Bradley Larsen wades into the policy debate over the value of teacher certification with evidence that tougher requirements can help weed out less-capable candidates.
December 07, 2020
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Trailblazing economist and presidential adviser Edward Lazear dies at 72
The SIEPR senior fellow founded the field of personnel economics.
November 24, 2020
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November 17, 2020
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What does the future of work look like?
The Stanford Digital Economy Lab’s first conference featured conversations and insights from visionary leaders across industries and sectors.
November 12, 2020
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Predicting how COVID-19 spreads in cities
SIEPR’s David Grusky and fellow researchers created a computer model to help identify efficient, equitable reopening policies.
November 10, 2020
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Dead people don’t vote: Study points to an ‘extremely rare’ fraud
SIEPR's Andrew Hall scoured 4.5 million voter records in one state and found only 14 possible cases of ballots cast on behalf of people who had died.
October 28, 2020
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Political polarization did not increase with COVID-19, Stanford research finds
A potential reason could stem from the creation of a new sense of unity in response to a national threat, says SIEPR's Matthew Gentzkow.
October 28, 2020
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Lives saved: An examination of lockdown policies
Matthew Gentzkow finds that social distancing clearly saves lives. And most social distancing early in the early pandemic happened whether or not areas had mandated lockdowns.
October 26, 2020
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Senators discuss climate policy possibilities
In an online event moderated by SIEPR's Lawence Goulder, senators Lisa Murkowski and Sheldon Whitehouse discussed the prospects of bipartisan climate change legislation.
October 21, 2020
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Understanding COVID's toll on the economy and mortality
SIEPR Faculty Fellow Maria Polyakova examines how the pandemic impacted individual livelihoods depending on where people live, as well as the age of coronavirus victims.
October 21, 2020
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A dangerous mix of polarization and uncertainty during election time
SIEPR senior fellows Jonathan Rodden and Nicholas Bloom say uncertainty around the presidential election could prolong the economic recovery.
October 15, 2020
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“A long time coming”: SIEPR colleagues laud Milgrom’s Nobel win
The prize cements not only Milgrom's legacy as a ground-breaking economist, but also his impact on public policy and dedication to nurturing new generations of economic scholars.
October 12, 2020
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Stanford economists Paul Milgrom and Robert Wilson win the Nobel in economic sciences
The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences cited the pair for improvements to auction theory and inventions of new auction formats.
October 12, 2020
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Economist urges speed in fighting climate change
“We’re not going anywhere near fast enough,” says Nicholas Stern, the 2020 recipient of the SIEPR Prize that recognizes major policy influencers.
October 07, 2020
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Susan Athey honored for innovative market research
SIEPR's Susan Athey recognized for pioneering and innovative scholarship on markets.
October 01, 2020
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Trump, Biden economic policies hashed out
Austan Goolsbee and Kevin Hassett engaged in an hourlong conversation hosted by SIEPR that covered the most pressing economic topics facing the nation.
September 15, 2020
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Stanford series to highlight challenges to democracy
SIEPR's Ran Abramitzky is organizing Democracy Matters, a forum to discuss economics and other issues affecting U.S. democracy in the runup to Election Day.
September 10, 2020
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COVID-19 lockdowns increase domestic violence and potential harms to fetuses
Research by SIEPR's Maya Rossin-Slater finds that babies born to mothers who experience an assault during pregnancy are more likely to weigh much less and be born prematurely [...]
September 01, 2020
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How a simple nudge can motivate workers to save for retirement
Research from SIEPR’s Jacob Goldin identifies an easy, low-cost way to inspire employees to enroll in a retirement plan.
August 19, 2020
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A new measure of segregation
SIEPR researchers examine exposure to racial diversity
August 03, 2020
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Q&A: The economic impact of suspending visas for international students
SIEPR's Ran Abramitzky says the federal policy to revoke student visas for those whose classes will be fully online hurts the U.S. economy, innovation, and productivity.
July 10, 2020
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Economist with keen focus on climate change to receive SIEPR Prize
Nicholas Stern, who labeled climate change as the world’s greatest and widest-ranging market failure, will receive the award on Oct. 7.
July 06, 2020
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A snapshot of the new working-from-home economy
SIEPR's Nicholas Bloom discusses the societal impacts of a new “working-from-home economy” and the nitty-gritty challenges posed by the transition to widespread remote work.
June 29, 2020
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Study finds home foreclosures can have devastating, long-term impacts
SIEPR’s Rebecca Diamond compiled a unique dataset to uncover fresh research insights into foreclosure’s effects on homeowners, landlords and renters.
June 22, 2020
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Duggan reappointed as SIEPR director
Duggan’s second five-year term, announced by Stanford’s Vice Provost and Dean of Research Kathryn Moler, begins Sept. 1, 2020.
June 08, 2020
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Harnessing satellite imagery and AI to help fight poverty in Africa
A new tool created by SIEPR's Marshall Burke and David Lobell combines publicly accessible satellite imagery with AI to track poverty across African villages over time.
May 22, 2020
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Just how bad is it? The portrayal of unemployment news matters
New Stanford research fleshes out the powerful, lingering negative effects of bad unemployment news [...]
May 08, 2020
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The coronavirus pandemic and U.S. health policy
Insights from health policy experts speaking at a SIEPR virtual event ranged from addressing gaps in medical coverage and why massage parlors should not be allowed to reopen yet.
April 22, 2020
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New research on voting by mail shows neutral partisan effects
As debates heat up over how to handle the November election, new Stanford research shows the method of voting by mail favors neither Democrats nor Republicans [...]
April 16, 2020
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'Coronavirus culture war'? Shedding light on the role of political beliefs in social distancing
New research by SIEPR’s Matthew Gentzkow shows that heavily Republican counties saw 19 percent higher movement of people than in comparable Democratic counties.
April 15, 2020
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Expecting a quick economic recovery? Don’t hold your breath
Forecasting a 20 percent decline by the fourth quarter of this year, SIEPR’s Nicholas Bloom predicts the U.S. economy will hobble along through 2021 [...]
April 13, 2020
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Q&A: What's behind the gender gap in disability benefits?
SIEPR's Luigi Pistaferri discusses his research showing women are 20 percent more likely than men to have their claims wrongly rejected.
April 01, 2020
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Productivity pitfalls of working from home in the age of COVID-19
Nicholas Bloom is widely known for his research showing the benefits of working from home. But in the current coronavirus crisis, the economist fears productivity will plummet.
March 30, 2020
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It's prime time for financial literacy
With a pandemic upending nearly every corner of life, Michael Boskin and John Shoven debut a class whose title carries an added urgency neither of them expected [...]
March 27, 2020
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Darrell Duffie on the financial markets in a coronavirus world
The SIEPR senior fellow discusses the volatility of the financial markets and potential stabilizing measures as a recession threatens the economy.
March 18, 2020
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Erik Brynjolfsson to join Stanford faculty
Brynjolfsson will continue his scholarship and leadership in deepening the understanding of technological advances along with their societal and economic effects.
February 25, 2020
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Athey appointed to California economic advisory council
The newly formed council will advise Gov. Newsom on economic issues and deepen relationships between the administration and academic researchers.
February 24, 2020
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In tribute: Donald Leo Lucas, March 18, 1930 – Dec. 27, 2019
Don Lucas played a key role in the growth and success of SIEPR.
February 12, 2020
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Pricing alone won't bridge the digital divide
SIEPR’s Greg Rosston analyzes a pioneering $10-a-month internet service on subscription rates among low-income households and finds some hoped-for benefits fall short.
February 03, 2020
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America leads other countries in deepening polarization
Senior Fellow Matthew Gentzkow finds that America’s chilly chasm of negative sentiment between Democrats and Republicans has grown faster and larger [...]
January 20, 2020
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The value of occupational licensing dims in the online world
SIEPR Faculty Fellow Brad Larsen brings a twist to ongoing debates over licensing laws as his latest research shows how consumers don't care about occupational licenses [...]
January 13, 2020
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The silent cost of school shootings
SIEPR’s Maya Rossin-Slater finds the average rate of antidepressant use among youths rose by 21 percent in the local communities where fatal school shootings occurred.
December 16, 2019
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Tracking the global mindset of uncertainty
The World Uncertainty Index, co-created by SIEPR Senior Fellow Nicholas Bloom, is the broadest assessment tool yet to measure global uncertainty [...]
November 07, 2019
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SIEPR's Josh Rauh joins Council of Economic Advisers
The SIEPR senior fellow begins his term Nov. 4.
October 30, 2019
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Policy Forum: Combating climate change
Academics, policymakers and other experts explored the pros and cons of a range of economic policy innovations to curb the harms of a warming planet.
October 28, 2019
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Pitfalls of outsourcing public welfare
SIEPR’s Maria Polyakova looks at what happens when the private sector is tasked with providing government benefits and identifies potentially undesirable outcomes [...]
October 22, 2019
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Mentoring workshop aims to support women economists
SIEPR's Maya Rossin-Slater is taking steps to address the gender gap in the field of economics.
October 10, 2019
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The AI "awakening"
At SIEPR, Erik Brynjolfsson forecasts a boom in economic productivity fueled by artificial intelligence.
October 03, 2019
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Poverty's impact on educational opportunity
Racial segregation leads to growing achievement gaps – but it does so entirely through differences in school poverty, according to new research from SIEPR's Sean Reardon.
September 23, 2019
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The benefits of open trade
At the Stanford China Economic Forum, scholars and international business leaders discussed the innovation that comes from China and U.S. collaboration.
September 20, 2019
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Procrastination or financial literacy? Study highlights why retirement saving can be hard
Research conducted by SIEPR’s Gopi Shah Goda shows that the structure of retirement plans play an important role in determining who saves more or less money.
August 05, 2019
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What happens to local jobs when state taxes go up?
Research by SIEPR’s Joshua Rauh shows small increases in corporate rates will spur some firms to pull up stakes.
July 23, 2019
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U.S. policy to restrict abortion funding results in more abortions
Senior Fellow Grant Miller and fellow researchers find that a policy enacted by American presidents opposing abortion results in less funding for family planning and birth control.
June 28, 2019
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Q&A: SIEPR director on the Raytheon-United Technologies merger
As a huge defense industry merger awaits government and shareholder approval, SIEPR Director Mark Duggan weighs in on the deal, drawing insights from his own research.
June 25, 2019
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From barbershops to the Supreme Court: Student researchers at SIEPR cut their teeth in the real world
Student researchers at SIEPR have the chance to explore the institutions and issues that shape our world while working to improve economic policy.
June 16, 2019
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It’s good for new moms when dads can stay home
New research by SIEPR’s Petra Persson and Maya Rossin-Slater shows the benefits of policies that allow for flexible paternity leave.
June 03, 2019
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Policy Forum: Understanding America’s sea of debt
Experts and students discussed the federal deficit and student loans during SIEPR’s spring Policy Forum.
May 31, 2019
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Robot Inc.: Study shines new light on China’s manufacturing makeover
China owns nearly one-fifth of the global supply of robots — making it the world’s largest user of industrial robots — according to research by SIEPR senior fellow Hongbin Li.
May 30, 2019
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John B. Shoven, a king of retirement economics, retires
John B. Shoven, SIEPR's former director who led the institute's transformation from a small operation to a renowned policy-oriented research hub, is taking on a new title [...]
May 24, 2019
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SIEPR’s global poverty research center gets major philanthropic boost
The Stanford King Center on Global Development expands efforts to improve quality of life in the developing world.
May 21, 2019
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Chapter 7 vs. Chapter 11: What’s Best for the Surrounding Community?
In areas tied to declining industries, corporate reorganization has better long-term impact than going-out-of-business sales, according to SIEPR’s Shai Bernstein.
May 14, 2019
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SIEPR Summit highlights trade, tech and THC
As ominous as some of the topics were at the SIEPR Economic Summit, they are among some of today’s most pressing policy questions.
March 12, 2019
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At SIEPR, Fed Chair says no need for rate adjustments
Speaking at the 2019 SIEPR Economic Summit, Jerome Powell reiterated how the interest rate-setting Federal Open Market Committee was going to stay patient.
March 08, 2019
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New research finds flaws in veterans' claims system
SIEPR’s Daniel Ho examines the costly backlog of veterans' appeals and finds how a program meant to help reduce the errors behind appeals has failed.
March 06, 2019
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Is there a doctor in the house?
Research by SIEPR's Maria Polyakova and Petra Persson finds significant health gains in having a medical professional in the family [...]
March 04, 2019
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Tuning out: What happens when you drop Facebook?
Research by SIEPR’s Matthew Gentzkow and his colleagues provides some of the strongest evidence of how Facebook affects users, including their mental well-being [...]
January 29, 2019
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Q&A: Understanding the French protests
The yellow vest movement in France, which began as a protest against increased fuel taxes, has taken on a much broader agenda, says SIEPR’s Gregory Rosston.
January 22, 2019
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Choice of Medicare drug plan reduces opioid use, researchers find
The study by three SIEPR senior fellows shows those enrolled in Medicare Advantage were 37 percent less likely to get an opioid prescription [...]
December 21, 2018
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Study shows high cost and low benefit to border wall for US workers
SIEPR's Melanie Morten and Treb Allen find the policies that led to a partial wall between the U.S. and Mexico had a negative economic impact.
November 15, 2018
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At SIEPR, Jerry Brown looks to California’s future and ponders its past
Gov. Jerry Brown cautioned during SIEPR’s Policy Forum that federal policymakers and his successor in Sacramento will need to be on guard for an inevitable economic downturn.
November 02, 2018
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New research shows power of supply and demand in opioid crisis
New research by SIEPR Senior Fellow Matthew Gentzkow provides evidence that suggests policies restricting supply could be effective.
October 10, 2018
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No pain, yes gain: How Medicare can save $4.6 billion a year
SIEPR’s Liran Einav shows long-term care hospitals have no patient benefits, but plenty of taxpayer waste.
September 20, 2018
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Study suggests Facebook’s war on fake news is gaining ground
In the two years since fake news on the Internet became a full-blown crisis, Facebook has taken numerous steps to curb the flow of misinformation on its site.
September 14, 2018
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Study shows more racial diversity among physicians would mean better health for black men
SIEPR’s Marcella Alsan and her colleagues calculate that black doctors could reduce cardiovascular mortality by 16 deaths per 100,000 per year [...]
July 19, 2018
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Stanford study finds poor air quality responsible for one in five infant deaths in sub‑Saharan Africa
Satellite measurements of pollution across sub-Saharan Africa reveals small improvements in air quality could be an effective intervention to curb infant mortality rates.
June 28, 2018
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Cloudy with a chance of disruption
New research by SIEPR Senior Fellow Nicholas Bloom shows cloud computing gathering storm among American businesses, especially the smaller ones.
June 21, 2018
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Wealth and race help explain gender gaps in student test scores
A new study by Sean Reardon and researchers from Stanford’s Graduate School of Education marks the first comprehensive analysis of gender achievement gaps at the district level.
June 15, 2018
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The causes and consequences of dropping ACA health care plans
A new study by SIEPR scholars and their colleagues analyzes why people are dropping their ACA plans and finds the market could unravel.
June 04, 2018
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Up Next: An economic poetry slam?
Freshman Gopal Raman may be a poet at heart, but econ classes give him a new rhythm at Stanford.
May 24, 2018
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Policy Forum examines the laws, divisions and future of immigration in America
As rhetoric, rather than research, often seems to frame the debate on immigration, the SIEPR event put facts in the foreground.
May 24, 2018
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Students tackle housing policy in SIEPR hackathon
During the first policy hackathon at Stanford, 30 undergraduates played the part of policymakers thinking through the trade-offs and constraints facing housing-stressed communities
May 24, 2018
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Q&A: SIEPR’s Rosston weighs in on net neutrality
Following the U.S. Senate vote to restore net neutrality regulations, SIEPR Senior Fellow Gregory Rosston offers his perspective about the future of the internet.
May 17, 2018
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Throwing a “Bresfest” to fete a friend and colleague
As a scholar, mentor and public servant, Timothy Bresnahan has made a tremendous mark in the world of economics.
April 09, 2018
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Bill Bradley, recipient of 2018 SIEPR Prize, calls for public service and political compromise
The key player behind the 1986 tax reform legislation is the first former lawmaker to win the award, which recognizes people for their deep influence of economic policy.
April 05, 2018
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The link between losing a relative during pregnancy and the mental health of the child
Research by SIEPR’s Petra Persson and Maya Rossin-Slater suggests that policies that can reduce stress during pregnancy can have substantial benefits for the next generation.
April 05, 2018
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Impacts of emissions rule rollback
The EPA plans to scale back regulations on auto emissions from cars and trucks, Stanford researchers examine how the decision could affect the national economy and policy landscape
April 04, 2018
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Paul Milgrom on challenging the status quo to solve real-world problems
Ten of his star PhD students had gathered to dine and debate, as they do every week, big-picture topics facing world economies.
April 02, 2018
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Highlights from the 2018 SIEPR Economic Summit: Addiction perils, Olympic glory, political hopes and fears
For the 15th year, our Economic Summit drew some of the biggest names in academia, business and policy to delve into the most pressing issues of the day.
March 16, 2018
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Tariffs, free trade and politics
SIEPR’s Alan Sykes discusses President Trump’s executive orders on steel and aluminum imports.
March 14, 2018
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At SIEPR Summit, Condoleezza Rice addresses plans for Trump's talks with North Korean leader
Rice, a professor of political science at Stanford, said she was surprised to learn that Trump accepted an invitation from Kim Jong Un to discuss denuclearizing North Korea[...]
March 09, 2018
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What would be an effective and fair U.S. climate change policy?
SIEPR’s Larry Goulder discusses the implications of a range of US climate policy options in terms of their overall economic impacts and the distribution of these impacts [...]
February 27, 2018
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Medicare's blame game: SIEPR scholar finds what conventional wisdom gets wrong
David Chan gains first-ever access to data showing the inner workings of an influential committee advising Medicare [...]
February 26, 2018
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Fuchs on health care: A diagnosis, a proposal
SIEPR’s Victor Fuchs explains what a single-payer system could achieve, what would probably never happen, and why.
February 07, 2018
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The roots of nutritional inequality
SIEPR’s Rebecca Diamond’s latest research explores a broad range of issues that might affect how and whether low-income consumers buy healthful foods.
January 31, 2018
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Bill Bradley, champion of bipartisan tax reform, awarded 2018 SIEPR Prize
The three-term Democratic senator worked across party lines to close loopholes, lower rates and simplify the tax code.
January 09, 2018
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Family planning in low-income countries helps girls stay in school
Research by SIEPR’s Grant Miller focused on girls in Malaysia, one of the first low-income countries to provide modern contraceptives on a large scale.
December 19, 2017
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Which revolution is more historic: Industrial or tech?
A new big data patent analysis by SIEPR’s Amit Seru shows that innovation bursts in the 1800s had greater social impact.
December 14, 2017
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Poverty, early test scores do not determine the quality of a school system, research shows
The findings by SIEPR Senior Fellow Sean Reardon come from a new analysis of data from all public school districts in the United States.
December 05, 2017
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Who becomes an inventor?
Raj Chetty's latest research shows how key factors behind who becomes an inventor are coming up short for women, minorities and children from low-income families.
December 04, 2017
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Big gaps, small successes in K-12 education
To charter or not to charter? Is equity in education the new coconut water? How far are we from closing achievement gaps?
November 16, 2017
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How banks undermined federal foreclosure assistance
SIEPR's Amit Seru finds that Obama’s 2009 mortgage-modification program would have helped 70% more homeowners if lenders had been better organized.
November 06, 2017
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Nobel winners, colleagues, friends and family honor Kenneth Arrow
It was an endearing and enlightening day on the life of Kenneth Arrow.
October 19, 2017
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SIEPR hosts president of Dallas Fed
In addition to sharing his insights on Hurricane Harvey and the national economy, Rob Kaplan met with a group of Stanford students for a discussion about economic policy.
October 17, 2017
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SIEPR welcomes visitors for 2017-18 academic year
Just as visiting researchers are settling in for the current academic year, SIEPR is also accepting applications for those interested in the 2018-19 Young Scholars program.
September 19, 2017
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New predoctoral program trains future economists
The start of the academic year is here, and an inaugural group of 28 predoctoral fellows and research assistants at SIEPR is all set for a rigorous journey ahead.
September 19, 2017
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Private equity firms show resilience in a downturn
Shai Bernstein explored the impact of private equity firms during the financial crisis of 2008 and found they appeared to be helpful rather than harmful amid the economic turmoil.
September 18, 2017
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Mythbusting four excuses for failed financial regulations
SIEPR's Anat Admati skewers a few fallacies often advanced by politicians and regulators.
August 14, 2017
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Q&A: Why Obamacare isn't a job killer
SIEPR's Mark Duggan and Gopi Shah Goda talk about their latest research showing that the Affordable Care Act is not hurting the workforce, despite claims by the law's critics.
August 04, 2017
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Pizza over privacy? A paradox of the digital age
A new study by SIEPR’s Susan Athey shows a disconnect between what people say they want and what they actually do when it comes to protecting privacy.
August 02, 2017
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How Yelp can help with policy analyses
Online platforms like Yelp are brimming with information; Michael Luca says the time is ripe for economists and policymakers to tap these treasure troves of data [...]
June 22, 2017
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This is not your parents’ economy
SIEPR’s Raj Chetty and David Grusky are influencing government policy and practice with revelations about inequality. Find out how in this Stanford Magazine feature.
June 21, 2017
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Report details racial and ethnic disparities
Despite improvements in education and social mobility, "profound racial and ethnic inequalities" still exist, and are sometimes even increasing.
June 20, 2017
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Landau Prize awarded to Moritz Lenel
The prize recognizes the best student-written working paper, which this year focused on the effects of unconventional monetary policy.
June 06, 2017
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Big ideas are getting harder to find
Modern-day inventors — even those in the league of Steve Jobs — will have a tough time measuring up to the productivity of the Thomas Edisons of the past.
May 31, 2017
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Trump’s budget chief answers student questions at SIEPR
OMB Director Mick Mulvaney discussed economic growth, entitlements, health care and a fiery presidential tweet.
May 12, 2017
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Examining criminal justice in America
Students, scholars and crimefighters go beyond the daily headlines to examine America’s criminal justice system.
April 27, 2017
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SIEPR's Donaldson on winning Clark Medal
International trade expert Dave Donaldson talks about being this year's winner of the award known as the "Baby Nobel."
April 19, 2017
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What history tells us about assimilation of immigrants
Senior Fellow Ran Abramitzky examines some lessons learned from the Age of Mass Migration and says fears that immigrants cannot fit into American society are misplaced.
April 12, 2017
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What's really killing coal?
Many Republicans blame environmental regulations for choking the country’s coal industry. But Charles Kolstad shows there are other — likely stronger — influences at work.
March 29, 2017
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Don’t blame the web for the growing political divide
Growing polarization runs highest among older Americans — or those who are the least likely to get online, according to SIEPR researchers.
March 23, 2017
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Summit engages business leaders, scholars and policymakers
This year’s event took participants from the dark days of Wall Street and the Golden Age of Hollywood to the uncertain future of the world’s geopolitical shifts.
March 16, 2017
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Looking at rural debt through the eyes of India's farmers
In India’s paddy fields, a researcher with SIEPR's center for international development sees how data alone can’t tell the entire story.
March 08, 2017
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'Economics will miss him': Remembering Kenneth Arrow
Arrow, a senior fellow emeritus at SIEPR, is remembered for his pioneering contributions to economics and his gentle and nurturing spirit as a teacher.
February 22, 2017
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At SIEPR, Yellen warns against running a “hot” economy
The Fed chief talked about the board’s approach to monetary policy, crediting its decisions for closing in on full employment and stable prices.
January 19, 2017
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Analyzing colleges as “engines” of upward mobility
Public schools dominate the new study’s list of top 10 colleges that channel kids from low- or middle-income families to the top 20 percent of American wage earners.
January 18, 2017
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Examining fake news and the election
Research by SIEPR’s Matthew Gentzkow finds the most widely circulated hoaxes were seen by only a small fraction of Americans.
January 17, 2017
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Fed chief Janet Yellen to speak at SIEPR
The event will be webcast live beginning at 5 p.m. on Jan. 19.
January 12, 2017
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Short phone call improves student enrollment, teacher attendance in Pakistan, Stanford study finds
SIEPR’s Thomas Dee examined a World Bank community engagement program and noted its positive impact. But results varied for boys' and girls' schools.
December 16, 2016
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Trump, new Congress shape health care and immigration discussion at symposium
Washington’s new political landscape set the backdrop for presenters focused on how national issues will play out in the West.
December 15, 2016
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The fading American dream
Stanford researchers show today’s kids face tough prospects of being better off than their parents.
December 08, 2016
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Unraveling the key drivers behind health care costs
SIEPR’s Matthew Gentzkow talks about his new study showing why health care costs vary so widely across the country.
November 30, 2016
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Stanford scholars debate Affordable Care Act: What steps should new government take?
SIEPR’s Mark Duggan and M. Kate Bundorf join a conversation about what’s worked, what needs changing, and what the next administration should do about health care reform.
November 03, 2016
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Stanford researchers find millions of children in high-mortality African hotspots
Stanford researchers have determined that more than 15 million children are living in high-mortality areas across 28 Sub-Saharan African countries.
November 01, 2016
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Homing in on the housing conundrum
SIEPR scholars joined policymakers, journalists and fellow academics to dig into the tensions between gentrification and affordable housing.
October 29, 2016
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Should superstar earners pay supersized taxes?
Florian Scheuer takes a new look at the wealthiest workers and how different tax policies can affect their productivity — and also correct for any unfair advantages.
October 26, 2016
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Major grant helps SIEPR senior fellows measure success of social programs
Raj Chetty and David Grusky are the principal investigators of a project supported with a White House-sponsored $1.5 million grant.
October 17, 2016
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Before Nobel win, research and collaboration at Stanford
Bengt Holmstrom was a SIEPR Distinguished Visitor and received his PhD and master’s from Stanford University.
October 10, 2016
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Summer program at SIEPR invigorates teachers
Teaching economics to high school students can be daunting, but SIEPR helps teachers embrace the challenge with a fresh approach and new resources.
September 11, 2016
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Switching Medicare Part D coverage could save consumers hundreds every year
According to Maria Polyakova, a SIEPR faculty fellow, most Medicare Part D enrollees do not change their plans from year to year — even though plans can change drastically.
August 18, 2016
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Stanford scientists combine satellite data, machine learning to map poverty
The availability of accurate and reliable information on the location of impoverished zones is surprisingly lacking for much of the world.
August 18, 2016
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Growth-minded reforms could jumpstart US economy
SIEPR’s John Taylor says lower tax rates, a host of reforms and free-trade agreements could give a much-needed boost to America’s economy.
August 17, 2016
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When insurance companies combine, customers often lose
Research by SIEPR Director Mark Duggan offers warnings about major mergers proposed by Anthem and Aetna. And the media and policymakers are taking note.
August 02, 2016
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Sticking to the script: The rise of bias in political rhetoric
Research by Matthew Gentzkow shows the extent to which political speech reflects deep party divisions.
July 18, 2016
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Can branchless banking help the poor save?
India's branchless banking program has led to an unprecedented increase in access to banks for the rural poor. But can it help households save?
July 06, 2016
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SIEPR’s Owen recognized for excellence in teaching
As a professor and director of Stanford’s Public Policy Program, Bruce Owen has inspired generations of students.
June 28, 2016
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SIEPR awards fellowships for upcoming academic year
About $400,000 in support is being given to 16 graduate students.
June 21, 2016
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Checking up on the Affordable Care Act
Total spending on health care will amount to $3.4 trillion, an average of more than $10,000 per person. But experts at a SIEPR Policy Forum said a third of those costs go to waste.
June 08, 2016
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Economy — and history — point to Clinton victory, says Stanford scholar
David Brady, a political scientist and SIEPR senior fellow, is drawing from polling research and voting patterns to understand a campaign he says “is not going to be pretty.”
June 08, 2016
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Landau Prize is awarded to Michela Giorcelli
Giorcelli’s research focuses on the determinants of firm productivity and innovation, by using historical natural experiments and new collected data.
May 30, 2016
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Jonathan Levin, SIEPR senior fellow, to lead Stanford business school
Levin’s research has focused on auctions and marketplace design, the economics of organizations and consumer finance.
May 23, 2016
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Boosting emergency room efficiency through physician teamwork
David Chan learns what happens when doctors determine whom among them is better suited to take on the next patient, rather than relying on triage nurses to make the assignments.
May 17, 2016
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Taking the financial bite out of malaria prevention
SIEPR’s Pascaline Dupas has focused much of her research on how to increase the use of insecticide-treated bed nets by making them inexpensive and easy to get.
May 10, 2016
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Insights from Nepal’s abortion legalization
Grant Miller, a SIEPR senior fellow and director of the Stanford Center for International Development, investigates how a change in laws affected women's contraceptive use.
May 09, 2016
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To secure a mobile future, Stanford expert creates an auction like no other
SIEPR Senior Fellow Paul Milgrom developed a first-of-its kind system to help the FCC make more broadband spectrum available for mobile devices.
April 20, 2016
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Federal budget expert, former policymaker blasts failed politics for lack of economic progress
In her SIEPR Prize acceptance speech, Alice Rivlin let loose on the political gridlock she says is keeping the American economy from reaching its fullest potential.
April 15, 2016
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Society needs to better understand the economics of climate change
Gaps in social science knowledge of climate change constrain the policy impact of natural science research, a Stanford team argues.
April 14, 2016
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Where you live and how much you make play big roles in how long you live
SIEPR Senior Fellow Raj Chetty found that the link between income and life expectancy varies from one area to another within the United States.
April 08, 2016
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Raj Chetty on inequality, social mobility and breaking the cycle of poverty
As the topic of income inequality reverberates across America, Raj Chetty’s research is helping ground the political rhetoric.
April 07, 2016
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Leaders in policy, business and research gather for SIEPR Summit
The daylong event showcased a wide range of perspectives on topics like inequality, energy and productivity. We even drilled into the business of professional basketball.
March 28, 2016
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Large companies reduce costs by opting out of workers’ compensation for private plans
SIEPR Senior Fellow Alison Morantz finds company costs drop by about 44 percent when they replace workers’ compensation with private plans for job-related injuries and illnesses.
March 18, 2016
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Larry Summers and Stanford’s Paul Wise address threats of global pandemics
A renowned economist and pediatrician come together to discuss the need to prepare for crises like Ebola and Zika.
March 15, 2016
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Calculating the Costs of Climate Change
Marshall Burke, a SIEPR faculty fellow, is studying how rising temperatures impact global output.
March 08, 2016
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Lessons from the Marshall Plan for Modern Development Aid
One of our graduate student fellows finds new applications for old lessons learned in the wake of World War II.
February 11, 2016
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After the Paris Agreement, what’s next for climate change policy?
Climate change experts gathered at SIEPR to discuss ramifications of the historic accord reached in December.
February 03, 2016
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Unemployment higher for men than women who grow up poor
Stanford economist and SIEPR Senior Fellow Raj Chetty finds that boys who grow up poor are less likely to work than girls who grow up poor.
January 29, 2016
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Federal budget expert Alice Rivlin awarded 2016 SIEPR Prize
Rivlin is the fourth recipient of the $100,000 biennial prize, awarded by SIEPR. She was cited for her dedication to enhancing economic policy in order to improve people's lives.
January 13, 2016
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Why credit access isn’t making farmers richer in rural India
It’s easy for Indian farmers to get the credit they need to buy seeds and fertilizer. But those loans aren’t doing much to lift them out of poverty.
January 07, 2016
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Measuring economic strength with quality of life
When it comes to evaluating a country’s economic welfare, Pete Klenow suggests looking beyond how much people are producing and buying.
January 07, 2016
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Understanding the US wage gap
Stanford economist Nicholas Bloom shows there’s more to the income disparity story than the fat salaries of American CEOs.
January 06, 2016
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Education, HIV, and Early Fertility in Kenya
HIV/AIDS is the number one cause of death in Kenya, and the country’s teen pregnancy rates are more than double the global average.
December 17, 2015
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At Stanford, Fed official urges cautious approach to rate hikes
Lael Brainard spells out the “new normal” in response to the 2008 financial crisis.
December 02, 2015
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Former White House budget chief talks health care at Stanford
Peter Orszag answers the political threats to repeal the Affordable Care Act with a clear message: No matter the outcome on Election Day, the law is here to stay.
November 16, 2015
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November 16, 2015
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Everyone hates patent trolls, but here’s the root problem with our broken system
"Attributing all of the value of the active patents that cover various aspects of today's complex devices to their rectangular shape follows neither the law nor common sense [...]"
May 04, 2015
Economic Impact of COVID-19
As policymakers and business leaders move forward in an economic landscape transformed by the COVID-19 pandemic, SIEPR researchers are analyzing and informing their decisions.