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Daniel Banko-Ferran is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at Georgetown University’s McCourt School of Public Policy, specializing in labor, behavioral, and health economics. His research focuses on behavioral spillover effects of government policies on productivity and well-being, utilizing experimental and applied methods. He holds a PhD in Economics from the University of Pittsburgh and a BA in Economics (with honors) from Swarthmore College. His work bridges empirical analysis with policy design, covering topics like overtime work regulations, plastic bag bans, and pandemic impacts on mental health.
- Education:
- Bachelor of Arts in Economics, Swarthmore College (2017)
- PhD in Economics, University of Pittsburgh (ongoing)
Research Interests:
Banko-Ferran examines how policies influence individual behaviors and well-being, particularly in labor markets and healthcare. His studies combine field experiments and administrative data to address questions like: How do work-hour regulations affect sleep and job satisfaction? What role do peer comparisons play in productivity? His recent work on sleep deprivation and environmental policies highlights interdisciplinary approaches to public health challenges.
- Awards:
- Andrew W. Mellon Fellow (2023–2024)
- K. Leroy Irvis Fellowship (2019)
Grants and Advising:
No formal advising roles reported, but his research has been supported by fellowships and institutional grants at Georgetown and the University of Pittsburgh. Prior roles include Research Assistant at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (2017–2019).
Labs/Teams: Better Government Lab (Georgetown-U-Michigan collaboration).
