Regular biography
Ravi Kanbur is the T.H. Lee Professor of World Affairs in the Department of Economics at Cornell University. His research and teaching focus on development economics, public economics, and economic theory. He is recognized for his contributions to policy analysis and international development. Kanbur has held significant roles, including Chief Economist for Africa at the World Bank, and has published in leading economics journals. He has also served on various international advisory councils and committees.
Scholar-generated biography
Ravi Kanbur is the T.H. Lee Professor of World Affairs and International Professor of Applied Economics and Management at Cornell University. His research focuses on Development Economics, Public Economics, and Economic Theory. Kanbur's work explores issues such as regional inequality, tax policy, household models, and poverty. His publications include analyses of China's regional disparities, the Kuznets process, and the relationship between inequality and development. He also examines child labor, intra-household inequality, and the informal economy. His research emphasizes the importance of inclusive growth and effective policy design to address economic disparities.