Sarthak Joshi
Regular biography
Sarthak Joshi is a Lecturer in the Department of Economics at The University of Edinburgh. His research interests include Development, Labour Economics, and the Economics of Gender. He is affiliated with the university's Economics department and can be contacted via email at sarthak.joshi@ed.ac.uk. His professional profile is available at https://edwebprofiles.ed.ac.uk/profile/dr-sarthak-joshi.
Scholar-generated biography
Sarthak Joshi is a researcher in development economics and labour economics, focusing on issues such as gender dynamics, education, and employment in developing economies. His work explores the impact of female empowerment on societal attitudes, the effectiveness of public health interventions, and the effects of economic shocks on gender employment gaps. Joshi's research includes experimental studies in India, such as examining the consequences of female empowerment and male backlash, as well as evaluating programs like the Bihar Child Support Programme. His publications highlight the intersection of economic policy and social behavior, offering insights into how structural changes can influence development outcomes.