Roland G. Fryer Jr.

Economist and professor specializing in education

Roland G. Fryer Jr. - Economist and professor specializing in education
Born

June 4th, 1977
48 years ago

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

United States

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An economist and professor focused on social and economic issues, particularly in education. Conducted pioneering studies examining education reforms and their effects on student achievement. Served as a professor at Harvard University, contributing significantly to the understanding of various economic policies. Played a key role in research exploring the relationship between race and economic outcomes, utilizing empirical methods to analyze education data.

Received the John Bates Clark Medal in 2015

Published influential research on education reform

Conducted notable studies on the economics of race

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