Economics

A research organization or public policy institute (often referred to as a "think tank") is typically comprised by a group of academic specialists who advocate and produce information on public policy issues that can potentially shape or influence public opinion and government policy.

Publications by think tanks can serve as a valuable resource for research in the social sciences -- understanding policy issues and learning about current topics. However, it is important to evaluate their publications as they are varied in their purpose, advocacy, and political ideology.

A nonprofit, nonpartisan research organization offering insight and analysis on public policy and national security issues. Under Research, browse or click on All Topics in research areas.  For example, economic models, finance, International economic relations, and macroeconomics. Access to RAND Journal of Economics is available (full-text delay 1-year) in Ebsco. RAND also produces reports through Research Divisions:

• RAND Education and Labor
• RAND Social and Economic Well-being
• JSTOR Database: Offers more reports on research topics

Research of domestic and global economies & social issues:

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