Regular biography
Patrick Francois is a Professor in the Department of Economics at The University of British Columbia. His research focuses on development economics and political economy, with an emphasis on non-profits and institutional dynamics. He is a Senior Fellow of the Institutions, Organizations and Growth program of the Canadian Institute for Advanced Research. His work includes studies on democratization, political accountability, and the role of consciousness in social interactions. He is also interested in the effects of psychedelics on well-being and the political economy of non-democratic regimes. His research has been published in leading economics journals, and he maintains an active research profile through his personal website.
Scholar-generated biography
Patrick Francois is an economist whose research explores the intersection of public policy, institutional design, and economic development. His work examines how government provision of services, social capital, and trust influence economic outcomes. He investigates topics such as public service motivation, clientelism, and the role of institutions in shaping cooperation and accountability. His publications address issues like resource booms, anti-corruption strategies, and the impact of privatization on welfare. Francois also explores the origins of prosocial behavior and the implications of cultural group selection in economic contexts. His research contributes to understanding how political and social structures affect economic development and governance.