Not Too Hot to Run: Adaptation to Extreme Heat in Competitive Runners (with Mahyar Rezazadeh)

Does adaptation mitigate the effects of extreme heat on human performance? We explore this question using a unique dataset of thousands of track races organized by the World Athletics Organization (WAO) worldwide. By combining race results with reanalysis data on local environmental conditions, we examine how extreme heat impacts runners’ speed and whether previous exposure to high temperatures reduces this effect.

Working paper

Study Permits vs. Express Entry: The Impact of Immigration Pathways on Long-Term Economic Outcomes (with Kiarash Hosseini)

This project examines how different immigration pathways impact newcomers’ long-term economic outcomes. Using confidential data from the Canadian Immigration Database and an event study approach, it compares income and employment trends between economic immigrants and those who first entered Canada on student visas before obtaining permanent residency. By combining event study methods with matching techniques, the research aims to provide insights into the effectiveness of Canada’s immigration policies and their role in economic integration.

Why Is Income Lower on First Nations Reserves?

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