Imbens, Guido W.

Guido W. Imbens is a distinguished economist and statistician known for his work in causal inference, which is the study of understanding cause-and-effect relationships. His research helps determine how changes, like a new policy or treatment, actually impact outcomes. Imbens develops methods to analyze observational data (without controlled experiments), ensuring results are credible and reliable. His contributions are fundamental in fields such as economics, social sciences, and medicine, aiding policymakers and researchers in making informed decisions based on sound evidence.