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Kuldeep Singh

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Deterring Drunk Driving in India

To investigate which strategies are most effective at preventing drunk driving and reducing traffic accidents, researchers partnered with the Rajasthan Police in India to evaluate an anti-drunk driving program using sobriety testing checkpoints. Overall, the anti-drunk driving program was effective in reducing traffic deaths and accidents, with these reductions driven entirely by police stations that implemented surprise checkpoints.

Girls receiving SMS messages about precautionary health measures.

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The Impact of Peer Messaging to Combat the Spread of Covid-19 in Zambia

Researchers conducted a randomized evaluation in Zambia to test the impact of a peer-based information campaign, consisting of SMS messages and small cash incentives, on people’s adherence to Covid-19 health protocols. Participants forwarded public health SMSs when they were encouraged to do so, yet financial incentives did not increase the number of messages sent. Participants and their peers did not change their precautionary health behaviors.

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Using Job Search Contracts to Help Job Seekers Return to Work in Germany

Researchers partnered with the German Federal Employment Agency to evaluate the impact of these contracts on job search behavior and employment outcomes. The contracts accelerated job finding when introduced early in the unemployment spell rather than later, but were only effective among less employable job seekers.

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Sebastian Bauhoff

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Webinar series: Preparing for graduate study abroad for African students

J-PAL Africa holds a webinar series each year for African students who would like to pursue graduate study in Economics, Public Policy, or related fields in North America or Europe. The webinars are spread throughout the year and aim to provide comprehensive information to African students on what...

Guide for Early Career Researchers

Are you considering a PhD in development economics or just starting your research career? This page provides practical advice for early-career researchers and aspiring PhD applicants. From preparing a strong application to navigating the research landscape, we offer insights from J-PAL-affiliated researchers who have served on admissions committees at top universities and staff who have gone through this process. Whether you're seeking tips on crafting a compelling statement of purpose, selecting the right program, or building a solid academic foundation, you'll find valuable guidance to help you succeed in the competitive field of development economics.

For those planning to pursue a PhD

Deciding if a PhD is right for you

Deciding whether to pursue a PhD is a major life decision. This resource provides guidance to help you assess whether a PhD aligns with your goals and factors to consider when choosing where to apply.

Navigating the PhD admissions process

The PhD admissions process can feel stressful and uncertain, especially with limited information available to applicants. This resource offers guidance on creating a strong PhD application to help you stand out in the process.

Selecting the right program for you

Pursuing a PhD requires hard work and can involve significant career opportunity costs. This resource offers insights from J-PAL postdocs and PhD staff to help prospective students decide between accepted programs and explore next steps.

University application support and mentorship programs

This resource provides a list of institutions, programs, and online resources dedicated to supporting and mentoring prospective students pursuing admission to economics graduate programs worldwide.

Scholarships

This resource provides a selection of scholarships available for graduate studies in economics and related fields at universities across North America and Europe.

Pre-doctoral programs

This document provides a list of institutions and programs offering pre-doctoral positions (pre-docs) or research assistantships (RA-ships) at different academic and non-academic institutions globally.

For early career researchers

Increasing your visibility as a researcher

Building a strong online presence is a valuable tool for expanding your professional network. This resource offers guidance on leveraging your online profile to boost credibility, enhance visibility, and establish a reputation as a knowledgeable researcher on a global stage.

Setting up international research collaborations

International research collaborations are on the rise, offering unique opportunities to strengthen research teams and amplify the quality and impact of their work. This resource offers practical advice on how to approach and maximize the potential of these partnerships.