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William Arbour is an Adjunct Professor at the University of Montreal's Department of Economics within the Faculty of Arts and Sciences. His research focuses on applied microeconomics and public policy evaluation, particularly in criminal justice, education, and labor markets. He employs econometric and machine learning techniques to analyze policy impacts. Arbour leads multiple research projects including evaluations of surveillance camera efficacy in Montreal and peer effects among incarcerated individuals, funded by organizations like the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) and MITACS. He teaches courses on econometrics, crime economics, and data science in economics. Affiliated with the International Center for Comparative Criminology (CICC) and the Interuniversity Center for Research in Analysis of Organizations (CIRANO), his work bridges theoretical economics with practical policy solutions.
Education: While specific academic credentials aren't detailed, his faculty position implies advanced degrees in economics.
Research Grants: Multiple projects include SSHRC partnerships (2024-2026), MITACS innovation grants (2025), and Canadian Justice Department funding (2023-2025).
Advising: Supervises students in economics programs focusing on megadata analysis and policy evaluation.
Labs/Teams: Collaborates with CICC on criminology research and CIRANO on organizational analysis.
