How does scaling up randomised controlled trials make them more effective?

Do government officials in China get promoted based on economic performance?

The former World Bank Chief Economist explains why developing countries should pursue growth based on their unique comparative advantages

Analysing the pattern of promotions provides illuminating evidence on current levels of corruption in Chinese bureaucracy

The power of law comes through its ability to help people build up expectations about one another’s behaviour

Evidence from Pakistan shows that governments can use the postings of bureaucrats to improve their performance

Ed Glaeser outlines key urban policy challenges in developing countries and the research needed to address them

The design and incentives of work programmes need to be aligned with the skills demanded by participating firms and the labour market at large

Money in the hands of mothers increases expenditure on children. Does this human capital investment promote economic growth in developing countries?