Growth Lab

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State Capability and Economic Development

The coevolution of state capability and a society’s economic development was the focus of our annual Global Empowerment Meeting.
Social Connections Driving Migration

Research finds social networks abroad and at home have bigger impact on migration intentions than living standards, employment.
A Growth Strategy for Jordan

After a decade of impressive growth, a number of external shocks have thrown Jordan's economy out of balance.
Understanding the Crisis in Venezuela

Our multi-disciplinary team is working to better understand the causes, magnitudes, and possible remedies of the crisis.
Spending Insights Uncover Global Tourism

Our researchers are examining foreign tourist spending patterns to better understand the role of tourism in inclusive growth.

The Growth Lab at the Center for International Development (CID) at Harvard University works to understand the dynamics of growth and to translate those insights into more effective policymaking in developing countries.

Research Agendas

Growth Lab faculty and fellows engage in theoretical and empirical research on the determinants of growth and its social, political, and environmental sustainability. Our four core research agendas: