DPhil student James Walsh co-authors World Bank policy research working paper

James Walsh, currently styding for a DPhil at the Blavatnik School as well as working as an economist for the World Bank, has co-authored a policy research working paper for the World Bank.

"The Whys of Social Exclusion - Insights from Behavioral Economics" is co-authored with Karla Hoff and examines the forces that prevent people from participating fully in society and that are left out of rational choice theory.

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When do cash transfers empower women?

Kate Orkin has published an article exploring the impact of cash transfers and aspirations workshops on Kenyan women.

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Cognitive Frontiers: Neurotechnology and Global Internet Governance

Roxana Radu has published an article exploring the largely uncharted intersection of neurotechnology and Internet governance on the international policy agenda.

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The benefits of foundational learning to individuals and society: evidence review

The What Works Hub for Global Education publishes a synthesis brief looking at the benefits of literacy, numeracy and other foundational learning.

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