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The Innovation and Diffusion Podcast
S1 E7: Lost Talents, Inequality, and Innovations with Xavier Jaravel from LSE
Jan 22, 2024
Xavier Jaravel discusses lost talents like Einsteins, the link between inequality and innovation, and how inflation impacts them. The podcast explores ways to uncover untapped talent, the importance of inclusive education, and the role of mentorship in inspiring students towards STEM fields.
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- Socio-economic backgrounds significantly impact innovation opportunities, highlighting disparities in patent inventors.
- Creative destruction can be leveraged to reduce inequality, emphasizing policy interventions in fostering growth.
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Researching Connections Between Economic Growth, Innovation, and Inequality
The podcast delves into the research of Xavier, an economist focusing on economic growth, welfare, and innovation linked to reducing inequality. Xavier highlights the potential to enhance both growth and equality, challenging the equity-efficiency trade-off. Collaborating with John, their project on 'Lost Einsteins' and 'Lost Maricués' underscores the pursuit of economic balance and empowerment.
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