Toan Nguyen

Dr. Toan Nguyen is a Research Fellow at the Development Policy Centre within the Crawford School of Public Policy at ANU and a lecturer at the University of Papua New Guinea. He holds a PhD in Economics from Curtin University. His research focuses on immigration economics, labor economics, and development economics with specific interests in Pacific Labour Mobility, applied microeconometrics, and gender-related labor market issues. He has published in reputable journals, secured grants, and consulted for government agencies.

Education:

• PhD in Economics, Curtin University (2020)

Research Interests: Dr. Nguyen explores topics such as immigrant labor market integration, climate change impacts on mortality, Pacific migration dynamics, and the effects of visa policies. His work combines theoretical models with empirical analysis, addressing policy-relevant questions in development, labor markets, and migration.

Publications Trends: His recent work examines the socio-economic dimensions of migration, labor market outcomes for immigrants, and climate adaptation strategies in lower-middle-income countries. Notable contributions include analyses of co-ethnic neighborhoods' impact on employment and the effects of internal migration on Vietnam's manufacturing sector.

Grants & Consulting: He has secured research grants and provided policy advice to government agencies, reflecting his expertise in translating academic findings into actionable insights.

Labs & Collaborations: Affiliated with ANU's Development Policy Centre and The Migration Hub, he collaborates on interdisciplinary projects addressing global development challenges.