Martin Ravallion

Economist specializing in poverty analysis

Martin Ravallion - Economist specializing in poverty analysis
Born

March 19th, 1952
72 years ago

Died

2022
3 years ago — 70 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

Australia

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An Australian economist and academic focused on development economics, with significant contributions to understanding global poverty. Served as the Director of the World Bank's Research Department and specialized in poverty measurement, targeting, and analysis. Contributed extensively to methodological approaches for measuring poverty in many countries, focusing on how to effectively assess the impact of policy interventions. Authored numerous influential papers and books on poverty and development.

Developed methodologies for poverty measurement

Served as Director of the World Bank Research Department

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