This research develops a new econometric method that captures complex, non-linear relationships while accounting for hidden differences between firms. Applied across 50 industries, it reveals that traditional models underestimate R&D investment by up to 8%, enabling more accurate economic predictions and better-designed innovation, taxation, and regulatory policies.

This research investigates declining youth homeownership since the 2008 financial crisis. Using longitudinal data and economic modelling, it identifies key barriers including high down payments, rising house prices, and financial pressures. Policy simulations show that targeted interventions can significantly improve access, demonstrating that structural constraints—not personal choices—drive the crisis.