Josh Angrist

Josh Angrist is the Ford Professor of Economics in the Department of Economics at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. His research focuses on Econometrics and Labor Economics. Angrist's work is accessible through his website, where he provides information on recent publications, data, and instructor resources. He is also involved in mentoring undergraduate researchers through the Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP), particularly those interested in Labor Economics and Econometrics. His contact details include an email address of angrist@mit.edu and an office location at E52-436.

Josh Angrist is a labor economist and econometrician known for his contributions to empirical methods and their applications in labor economics. His research focuses on identifying causal effects using econometric techniques, particularly instrumental variables and natural experiments. Angrist's work explores how policies and institutional factors influence education, labor market outcomes, and social programs. His publications often highlight the use of quasi-experimental designs to estimate the impact of interventions such as school attendance, class size, and employment protection. Angrist's research emphasizes the importance of rigorous empirical strategies in understanding economic behavior and policy effectiveness.