Felipe Goncalves

Felipe Goncalves is an Assistant Professor of Economics at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). His research focuses on applying labor and public economics to understand policing, crime, and education. He holds a BA in Economics-Mathematics from Columbia University and a PhD in Economics from Princeton University. Before joining UCLA, he was a postdoctoral fellow at the New York Crime Lab.

His research interests include applied microeconomics and labor economics, with particular emphasis on how policing strategies impact public safety, crime dynamics, and educational outcomes. He examines topics such as racial bias in law enforcement, officer motivations, and the long-term effects of crime exposure on youth development.

His work has explored the consequences of police behavior in politically charged environments, the role of fear in policing decisions, and the effectiveness of disciplinary measures within law enforcement agencies. His studies often bridge theoretical economic models with real-world policy implications, particularly in urban and public safety contexts.

Goncalves advises students in economics and public policy but no specific advisees are listed here. His research has been supported through institutional grants and affiliations with organizations like the New York Crime Lab. While no formal labs or teams are explicitly mentioned, his collaborations likely involve interdisciplinary teams focused on crime and policy analysis.