Research
Research at CEI
CEI researchers engage in interdisciplinary research projects that promote the public good. Our unique approach to research produces unique insights into public health, community economic development, and fiscal and monetary policy operations.
Public Health
CEI has studied public health and social determinants of health for more than twenty-five years.
Spatial Data Analysis
CEI specializes in spatial data analysis and investigations using Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
Public Money
CEI researchers study the operations of monetary and fiscal policy authorities and their ability to use public money in service of green, full employment programs.
Economic Development
CEI assists community organizations with community-led economic development for safe, healthy, thriving neighborhoods that meet the needs of ALL residents.
Lighting the way
Forefront of Research
CEI researchers and faculty at the UMKC Department of Economics are at the leading edge of research in community-led economic development and fiscal and monetary authority operations. Our research on public health and the social determinants of health contribute to a healthier, greener, safer KC community.
Our Team on The Forefront of Research
CEI researchers are faculty, graduates, and graduate students of the UMKC Department of Economics. The UMKC interdisciplinary doctoral program and the pluralist approach at the Department of Economics provides its students and graduates with a one-of-a-kind education and training in critical economic policy analysis. Combined with our commitment to serving the public good, CEI researchers offer unique skills and perspectives on whatever research question is asked.
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