This research examines gender differences in labour market choices using revealed preference data. Analysing German employment records, it finds women pay significantly more than men to reduce commuting, especially after childbirth. These constraints help explain wage gaps, highlighting the importance of job location and accessibility in shaping gender inequality in employment outcomes.

The researcher investigates how collaborative robots (cobots) can address Australia’s manufacturing labour shortage while improving diversity and inclusion. By interviewing designers, workers, and managers, they identify how cobots can reduce physical demands, improve safety, and make manufacturing more appealing to women and younger workers. They propose a strategic framework for inclusive cobot adoption.