Center News
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Stanford students learn about geospatial innovations and potential ramifications at King Center
In far reaching corners of the world, especially low- and middle-income countries, how can organizations gather and process information?
February 12, 2020
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A gift to inspire collaboration across campus and around the world
One supporter’s belief in uplifting developing communities through scholarly engagement leads to visiting fellows program at the King Center.
January 27, 2020
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Abhijit Banerjee: Good Economics for Hard Times
Abhijit Banerjee, co-recipient of the 2019 Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences, recently discussed his new book as part of the King Center's ongoing Speaker Series.
January 09, 2020
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The start of a new year, 2019-2010
As the new academic year begins, Interim Director Jessica Leino gives an update on the King Center.
September 30, 2019
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The benefits of open trade
At the Stanford China Economic Forum, scholars and international business leaders discussed the innovation that comes from China and U.S. collaboration.
September 19, 2019
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Stanford King Center on Global Development names new director
Economist Pascaline Dupas will take the helm in 2020.
June 14, 2019
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Global poverty research center gets major philanthropic boost
The Stanford King Center on Global Development expands efforts to improve quality of life in the developing world.
May 22, 2019
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Economist and Faculty Affiliate Pascaline Dupas among 2019 Guggenheim Fellows
Economist Pascaline Dupas, a faculty affiliate, has been named a 2019 Guggenheim Fellow.
April 10, 2019
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Stanford China Economic Forum focuses on technology, innovation, policy
Scholars, business leaders, and Stanford alumni delved into various aspects of the Chinese economy at the Stanford China Economic Forum.
October 09, 2018
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The Stanford Global Development Association (SGDA) launches
A new student group affiliated with the center, the Stanford Global Development Association (SGDA), aims to bring awareness to global development issues.
October 08, 2018
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World Bank Group leader addresses global health community at Stanford
World Bank Group President Jim Yong Kim spoke to Professor Paul Wise in a conversation moderated by Senior Associate Dean Michele Barry.
October 08, 2018
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The start of a new year
As the new academic year begins, center director Grant Miller gives an update on the center's exciting growth as a hub for development research at Stanford.
October 02, 2018
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Students in a new Stanford course use machine learning technology to provide new insights on key development challenges
The new Stanford course Data for Sustainable Development introduces students to new methods of using machine learning and satellite technology.
February 28, 2018
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Former Nigerian finance minister emphasizes the importance of technology in the fight against global poverty
Former Nigerian Finance Minister Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala gave the keynote address for the launch of the Stanford Center on Global Poverty and Development.
November 20, 2017
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Stanford launches research center focused on global poverty and development
The center has a threefold mission: support path-breaking research, inspire students through hands-on research, and inform polices through strategic partnerships.
October 02, 2017