Karthik Muralidharan
About Karthik Muralidharan
Karthik Muralidharan is an esteemed economist and academic, currently serving as the Tata Chancellor's Professor of Economics at the University of California, San Diego, and co-founder and Scientific Director at the Jameel Poverty Action Lab.
Co-founder and Scientific Director Karthik Muralidharan
Karthik Muralidharan is the Co-founder and Scientific Director at his organization. With extensive expertise in economics, Muralidharan plays a pivotal role in scientific leadership and research direction. His professional journey in this role enables him to drive impactful field research projects, especially in areas related to education, health, and social welfare. The directorship allows him to apply his academic and field experience to influence public policy and improve the quality of public service delivery.
Karthik Muralidharan's Education and Academic Achievements
Karthik Muralidharan earned an A.B. in Economics, graduating summa cum laude from Harvard University. He further pursued an M.Phil. in Economics at Cambridge University in the UK. Muralidharan completed his formal education with a Ph.D. in Economics from Harvard. His academic journey is marked by distinction and a strong focus on economic principles, equipping him with the knowledge and skills to contribute significantly to his field.
Tata Chancellor's Professor Karthik Muralidharan at UC San Diego
Karthik Muralidharan is currently the Tata Chancellor's Professor of Economics at the University of California, San Diego. In this role, he is engaged in academic instruction and research, advancing the study of economics. His position at UC San Diego allows him to influence upcoming economists and contribute to cutting-edge economic research, particularly in public service delivery and public spending effectiveness.
Board Member and Co-chair at Jameel Poverty Action Lab (J-PAL)
As a board member and co-chair of the Education Programme at Jameel Poverty Action Lab (J-PAL), Karthik Muralidharan is instrumental in driving research initiatives focused on poverty alleviation and education. His work at J-PAL involves overseeing and guiding research projects that aim to improve educational outcomes and the efficacy of educational programs in various settings.
Field Research Projects Led by Karthik Muralidharan
Karthik Muralidharan has led numerous large-scale field research projects in India. His research primarily spans education, health, and social welfare programs. These projects are aimed at enhancing the quality of public service delivery and ensuring the effective use of public spending. Muralidharan's research helps inform policy decisions and implement changes that can substantially impact public welfare and service delivery quality in India.