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Gender Stereotypes in Academic Reference Letters
In new research, Markus Eberhardt, Giovanni Facchini, and Valeria Rueda delve into a unique database comprising 12,000 reference letters, which were written in support of more than 3,700 applicants applying for academic job positions in economics in the United Kingdom. Their analysis uncovers a pervasive disparity in the way male and female candidates are recommended. Specifically, the authors observe that women are frequently lauded for their hard work and determination, and at times less likely to be praised for their natural talent. They also show that such gender-based stereotyping hinders the progress of women economists.
Strength in Numbers: Using Data to Track Diversity and Inclusion
Recent protests against racism and police brutality, along with the #MeToo movement, have increased pressure on businesses to measure and improve their recruitment and...
From Politics to Macroeconomics and Beyond
Alberto Alesina’s curiosity and intellect led him to a research path that opened up entire fields of research and deepened our understanding of political...
Political Economy, NBER Meetings, Gender Norms: How Alberto Alesina’s Research Changed Economics
Since the beginning of his career, Alberto Alesina has been a tireless proponent of the cross-contamination between economics and political science, psychology, and cultural...
