Taking the Global View – new publication showing our microsimulation work around the world

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A new publication, Taking the Global View, was released on Wednesday 8th July at the launch seminar of the University of Essex’s new Centre for Microsimulation and Policy Analysis.

Taking the Global View celebrates the advancing geographical reach and policy impact of our microsimulation model, EUROMOD, developed at Essex since 1996.

Taking the Global View looks at how our microsimulation model is being used in Africa, South America, Asia and across Europe to test policies and advise governments. It also showcases current research into the impact of COVID-19 on economies worldwide, examining which policy decisions could help governments mitigate rising poverty levels during a global recession.

Read Taking the Global View here.

The Centre for Microsimulation and Policy Analysis (CeMPA) will lead the field in microsimulation, bringing together the expert team at ISER with colleagues from specialisms across the University of Essex, including Mathematics, Computer Science, Data Analytics, Sociology and Economics. They will be joined by colleagues from leading institutions around the world.

Led by Professor Matteo Richiardi, CeMPA will build on the strong history of microsimulation innovation at ISER, with our ground-breaking EUROMOD model now forming the basis for over 48 models for countries around the world, helping governments to understand the impact of policy changes and nowcasting poverty rates ahead of official data release.

CeMPA will publish new research and train future experts through a programme of postgraduate study as well as continuing to support countries and governments with technological advice on creating and analysing microsimulation data.

Researchers from around the world joined CeMPA at the online launch event.

Watch the full recording of the event here.