Dean Karlan

Dean Karlan is an economist and researcher known for studying how to improve the effectiveness of social programs, such as poverty alleviation and financial inclusion. He specializes in applying rigorous experiments, like randomized controlled trials, to evaluate which interventions truly work. His work aims to design practical solutions that can help people improve their economic well-being. As a professor and founder of organizations like Innovations for Poverty Action, Karlan focuses on evidence-based policies to create meaningful social impact worldwide.