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We are a world-leading research institution at the forefront of economic thought. Striving to know the causes of things, our research shapes policy, public discussion and societies that work for everyone.

Faculty Spotlight: Dr Michael Callen discusses his research on state building reforms in Afghanistan

What can helicopter money do? Ricardo Reis discusses whether helicopter money really can solve our economic problems

In focus: the Department's REF 2021 results

Research Expertise

Faculty research, publications and analysis

Economica Read the latest issue of the journal

PhD Job Market Candidates 2021/2022

Research Impact

In the Media Our research community appearing in the media

Knowledge Exchange and Impact (KEI) LSE's guidance for engaging non-academic audiences with research

Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021: the Department's results

Research Centres and Events

Research Centres Connected to the Department

Research Seminars

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Catch up on our public events and further your understanding of the 'causes of things'