Our research

Our research - School of Agriculture, Food and Wine

Unlock insights into markets, policy and the impact of human behaviour.

The School of Economics’ research spans critical global challenges, from policy and trade to behaviour, resources, and data-driven methods. Our diverse themes foster innovative solutions, informing governments, industries, and communities while advancing understanding of economic systems, development and wellbeing in an interconnected, rapidly changing world.

Research themes

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Economic and public policy

Our research examines how government policies influence income, employment, welfare and development, with a focus on taxation, monetary policy, education, health, poverty and public services in a globalised economy.

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Economic Growth, Development and Trade

We investigate global disparities in wealth and growth, focusing on poverty reduction through analysing international trade, technological change and economic history, contributing to macroeconomics, development economics and international trade.

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People, Behaviour and Choices

This research explores how individuals and businesses make decisions with limited resources and information, specialising in behavioural and experimental economics, game theory, social networks and choices, supported by AdLab.

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Agri-food, Water and Environmental Systems

Our research tackles economic, policy and social challenges in global food, water and environmental systems, focusing on innovation, health, resilience and development, while partnering with industry, government and policymakers for impact.

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Econometric Methods and Applications

We apply advanced econometric and statistical techniques to analyse socio-economic models, evaluate policies, and develop methods that harness big data, guiding governments and businesses in economic, education, health and environmental decisions.

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Discover the School of Economics’ research on policy, trade, behaviour, resources and econometrics, driving solutions and insights with global economic impact.

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School of Economics

Location

Location
10 Pulteney Street,
Adelaide, 5005
Adelaide University 
Adelaide City Campus, Adelaide SA 5005

Telephone

Phone: +61 8 8313 5540

Email

Email: economics@adelaide.edu.au