Jasleen Kaur, PhD

LBJ School of Public Affairs, University of Texas at Austin.

Email - jasleenkaur1117@utexas.edu, jasleenkaur1117@gmail.com

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Bio:

I'm a policy researcher and data analyst with a PhD in Public Policy from UT Austin, where my dissertation examined gender dynamics in international development organizations through analysis of 3,500 Asian Development Bank projects. My research expertise spans experimental design, causal inference, and large-scale impact evaluation, developed through roles at prestigious institutions including J-PAL South Asia. I specialize in translating complex statistical analyses into actionable policy recommendations. I'm driven by the belief that rigorous data analysis can inform more effective, equitable policies that strengthen communities. 

Beyond traditional research, I've expanded into children's education through "The Impact Evaluation Series for Children". This project bridges my academic expertise with accessible storytelling, featuring six books that teach research methods (Randomized Controlled Trials, Instrumental Variables, Difference-in-Differences, Regression Discontinuity, Matching Methods) to young minds through engaging adventures with twin characters Momo and Puri. The series helps children understand how we determine what really causes what—a foundational skill valuable in economics, science, and everyday life. The Impact Evaluation Series for Children is now available worldwide on Barnes and Noble, and Amazon, including throughout Europe (Amazon.de, Amazon.fr, Amazon.it, Amazon.es, Amazon.nl), North America (Amazon.com, Amazon.ca), Asia-Pacific (Amazon.com.au, Amazon.in), and the UK (Amazon.co.uk).

Available at: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FRHKPG4Q

Follow the series: https://www.instagram.com/booksbyjasleen/