We consider the implications of unifying the distinct literatures on residential sorting and
human capital dynamics. We argue that integrating insights from recent work in both areas …

Understanding the formation of risk preferences is crucial for elucidating the roots of
economic, social, and health inequalities. However, this area remains inadequately …

Decision theories commonly assume that risk preferences can be expressed as utility
functions, which vary from person to person but are stable over time. A recent model from …

This thesis explores gene-environment interaction models, which comprise a new and
rapidly developing field in the empirical economics literature. I study how investments and …

In this research study, the authors explore the indirect impact of Hofstede's cultural values of
individualism, uncertainty avoidance, and short-term orientation on a country's risk-taking …

I study the impacts of climate and environmental change and subsequent consequences for
adaptation and mitigation. In Chapter 1, I use a difference in differences design to show that …