Professors' Picks

Williams professors select the best of what's come across their desks so you can stay up-to-date with the latest research, opportunities, and resources.

Prof. Caprio recommends: Economic Policy for a Pandemic Age: How The World Must Prepare

Economic Policy for a Pandemic Age: How the World Must Prepare A PIIE Briefing on suggested Economic Policy during Pandemics Be sure to read the report from the Peterson Institute for International Economics on policy recommendations during pandemic times at this link . Using examples from the Covid-19 Pandemic the world has gone through the last…

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Prof. Godlonton recommends: The World Bank Job Openings

The World Bank Job Openings The World Bank is hiring for different positions involving impact evaluation and data analytics to inform public policy. Be sure to check and apply to various job opportunities at the World Bank by visiting this link. Apply as soon as possible as the deadlines are approaching. See our announcements View our…

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Prof. Godlonton recommends: Africa International PGR Scholarships 2021-22

Africa International PGR Scholarships 2021-22 Application Deadline: 30 June 2021 See our announcements View our online learning resources See other Professors’ Picks

Prof. Godlonton recommends: Robert S. McNamara Fellowships Program

Robert S. McNamara Fellowships Program A Fellowship at the World Bank This is a great funded/paid position for researchers from developing countries to participate in research in the World Bank’s Development Economics Vice Presidency (DEC). For more information on this opportunity and to apply please visit this link. See our announcements View our online learning…

Prof. Godlonton recommends: The Digital Identification and Finance Initiative in Africa – Funding Opportunity

J-PAL’s DigiFI Africa Invitation for Research Proposals on Digital IDs & Payments for Funding Here is a short summary on this opportunity from J-PAL’s website J-PAL affiliates and DigiFI invited researchers are invited to apply for proposal development grants, pilot and full RCT funding J-PAL affiliates and DigiFI invited researchers are invited to apply for…

Prof. Godlonton recommends: Health Data Mapping Online Course

Health Data Mapping New Online Course on The DHS Program Learning Hub The DHS Program is looking for potential participants to apply and take part in the DHS Health Data Mapping Online Course that will run from April 12 to July 03, 2021.  For more information on this course and how to apply, please visit…

Prof. Caprio recommends: The Secret To Success? Having A Big Sister

The Secret To Success? Having A Big Sister A new study by four researchers at the Center for Global development, including two Williams Professors: Jakiela and Ozier, explores the impact of a big sister’s caregiving on a child’s development. Be sure not to miss it! You can read a short summary on the paper at…