Research at the IIES covers a broad spectrum of economics. On these pages you can find information on research projects, our different research areas, publications, upcoming seminars and events and more.
“What is a Good School, and Can Parents Tell? Evidence on the Multidimensionality of School Output” accepted for publication in top 5 economics journal The Review of Economic Studies.
Tessa Bold and Jakob Svensson to publish in the AER
Research looking at smallholder maize farmers in Uganda suggests that improving smallholders’ access to markets where high-quality crops is rewarded and more generally linking farmers to value chains has large potential.
Strong Belief that the Rich are Rich due to Selfishness
A review of a study from over 60 countries shows that people perceive the rich's fortunes as a result of selfish behavior, that inequality is unfair, and that there is strong support for income redistribution.
The Corona pandemic has changed the world as we know it. At the IIES several researchers are working intensely on understanding the virus, and its effects on society.
Recent research to be published in the Review of Economic Studies, shows that Sweden Democrat local politicians to a large extent come from marginalized groups in society.
Young economists can play an important role in shaping the future of Europe. Something that each year is recognized through the Young Economist Prize, a research competition that offers talented students the chance to share their fresh perspectives on today’s challenges. Finalists are invited to the annual ECB Forum on Central Banking, and the overall winner is awarded €10,000.
Together with Riksarkivet, IIES graduate students Mattias Folkestad and Monir Bounadi seek help from the public to digitize one of Sweden's largest political name collections.