Jan Grobovšek
Regular biography
Jan Grobovšek is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of ECON at The University of Edinburgh. His research focuses on macroeconomics, economic growth, and firm productivity. He is affiliated with the university's ECON department and can be contacted via email at Jan.Grobovsek@ed.ac.uk. His professional profile is available at https://edwebprofiles.ed.ac.uk/profile/dr-jan-grobovsek.
Scholar-generated biography
Jan Grobovšek is a scholar specializing in macroeconomics, growth, macro development, and productivity. His research explores the impact of remote work on economic activity, particularly in developing countries, and examines factors influencing agricultural productivity through communal land use. Grobovšek also investigates cross-country income differences, focusing on skills, occupations, and comparative advantage. His work addresses policy implications, such as pension reform and institutional frameworks affecting land tenure and water provision. Additionally, he analyzes the effects of lockdowns on economic activity and the role of information frictions in labor markets. His research contributes to understanding macroeconomic dynamics and development challenges through empirical and theoretical approaches.