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Edward L. Glaeser is the Fred and Eleanor Glimp Professor of Economics at Harvard University, where he has taught since 1992. He leads the Urban Economics Working Group at the National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER) and co-leads the Cities Programme of the International Growth Centre (IGC). His research focuses on urban economics, public policy, and economic growth. He has held leadership roles, including Director of the Taubman Center for State and Local Government, the Rappaport Institute for Greater Boston, and Chair of Harvard’s Economics Department.
Education: A.B. in Economics from Princeton University (1988), Ph.D. in Economics from the University of Chicago (1992).
Research interests include urban development, housing policy, infrastructure, and the role of cities in economic growth. His work examines topics like housing affordability, construction productivity, and the social and economic impacts of urbanization. Notable publications include Triumph of the City and Survival of the City.
Scientific awards include fellowships from the National Academy of Sciences, American Academy of Arts and Sciences, and the Econometric Society, along with the Albert O. Hirschman Prize.
Advising and grants: Glaeser has directed major research centers and advised on urban policy. His work integrates empirical analysis with policy recommendations, addressing issues like zoning regulations, public procurement, and pandemic-era urban challenges.
Labs/Teams: Active in the NBER Urban Economics Working Group and IGC Cities Programme, collaborating on global urban development strategies.
