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Adam Aboobaker is a Lecturer in Development Economics at the Global Development Institute, University of Manchester. His research focuses on growth and distribution, particularly class conflict and structural transformation. He holds a PhD from the University of Massachusetts Amherst and has advanced degrees from institutions including the University of Paris XIII and the University of Witwatersrand.
Education:
- Doctor of Philosophy in Economics, University of Massachusetts Amherst (2022)
- Master of Arts in Economics, University of Massachusetts Amherst (2019)
- Master of Arts in Analyse et Politique Économique, Université Paris XIII (2016)
- Master of Arts in Development Theory and Policy, University of the Witwatersrand (2016)
- Bachelor of Social Science in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics, University of Cape Town (2013)
Research Interests: Adam's work examines interactions between income distribution and sectoral structure, consumption patterns linked to climate change, wage inequality, and theories of growth from structuralist, post-Keynesian, and neo-Marxian perspectives. His research contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to economic inequality reduction and sustainable growth.
Recent Articles: His recent publications explore MMT limitations for development policy, energy price shocks' impact on income distribution, and demand-side policies for employment in low-income countries. Notable works include analyses of South African economic challenges and structural transformation dynamics.
Awards: No specific scientific awards listed, but his work garners significant academic attention with high citation rates and media engagement.
Advising & Grants: Adam supervises PhD students in growth and distribution topics. He holds external roles including Fellow at the World Inequality Database and Committee Member of the Post-Keynesian Economic Society.
Labs/Teams: Affiliated with the Global Development Institute and collaborates with institutions like the Southern Centre for Inequality Studies.
