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David Lagakos

University of California, San Diego Network Convener
David Lagakos

David Lagakos is an Associate Professor of Economics at UC San Diego and co-editor of the Journal of Development Economics. His research focuses on macroeconomic and growth theory. Recent work examines the welfare effects of development programs and productivity in developing countries, specifically as it relates to agriculture. He previously held positions at the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis as well as Arizona State University.