Francisco H. G. Ferreira

Francisco H. G. Ferreira is the Amartya Sen Professor of Inequality Studies and Director of the International Inequalities Institute at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE). He holds a PhD in Economics from LSE and has extensive experience in academia and international organizations. Previously, he served at the World Bank as Chief Economist for Africa, Senior Advisor in the Research Department, and Lead Economist in the Development Research Group. His research focuses on economic inequality, poverty measurement, and development in Latin America. He has authored numerous influential papers and received awards like the Richard Stone Prize and Kendrick Prize. Ferreira also serves as President of the Latin American and Caribbean Economic Association (LACEA) and is affiliated with institutions such as the Stone Center (CUNY) and IZA (Bonn).

Education:

• B.Sc. in Economics (International Trade and Development), LSE (1987–1990)
• M.Sc. in Economics, LSE (1990–1991)
• Ph.D. in Economics, LSE (1992–1996)

Research Interests: Ferreira’s work examines inequality dynamics, poverty reduction strategies, and their implications for policy. His studies often emphasize Latin America, exploring historical trends, intergenerational mobility, and the role of institutions. He analyzes global economic disparities and their measurement challenges, contributing to debates on growth, meritocracy, and social justice.

Key Themes in Articles: His recent publications address income inequality measurement, inherited inequality mechanisms, global mobility patterns, and the impact of institutions like the World Bank. He critiques data reliability in inequality assessments and advocates for nuanced policy approaches.

Awards:

• Richard Stone Prize in Applied Econometrics
• Kendrick Prize (International Association for Research in Income and Wealth)

Grants/Advising: Ferreira has led World Bank projects and advised on poverty and inequality units. His academic leadership at LSE’s International Inequalities Institute drives collaborative research on global disparities.

Labs/Teams: He directs the International Inequalities Institute, fostering interdisciplinary research on inequality drivers and solutions.