Economic Evaluations
98 researchers across 13 institutions
Researchers in economic evaluations investigate the value and efficiency of various interventions, programs, and policies. This field employs quantitative methods to assess costs and benefits, aiding decision-making across diverse sectors. Core activities include cost-effectiveness analysis, cost-benefit analysis, budget impact modeling, and health technology assessment. Studies often focus on optimizing resource allocation, understanding economic impacts on populations, and informing policy development through rigorous analytical frameworks.
This research holds particular relevance for Arkansas by examining economic impacts within key state industries such as agriculture, healthcare, and manufacturing. Studies may analyze the economic viability of new farming techniques relevant to Arkansas's agricultural landscape, assess the cost-effectiveness of public health initiatives addressing state-specific health disparities, or evaluate the economic consequences of natural resource management practices. Understanding these economic dimensions helps inform strategies for sustainable growth and improved quality of life across the state.
The work in economic evaluations is inherently interdisciplinary, drawing upon and contributing to fields such as decision-making and behavioral economics, corporate finance, healthcare policy, and agronomic practices. Expertise in this area is distributed across multiple institutions within Arkansas, fostering a broad base of engagement and facilitating collaborations that address complex economic questions relevant to the state and beyond.
Top Researchers
| Name | Institution | h-index | Citations | Career Stage | Badges |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harry Anthony Patrinos | University of Arkansas | 47 | 11,603 | High Impact | |
| J. Mick Tilford | UAMS | 38 | 4,477 | Grant PI High Impact | |
| Lawton Lanier Nalley | University of Arkansas | 29 | 4,017 | High Impact | |
| Michael P. Popp | University of Arkansas | 29 | 3,193 | High Impact Grants | |
| S. K. Deb | University of Arkansas | 27 | 4,180 | High Impact | |
| Gary D. Ferrier | University of Arkansas | 26 | 5,267 | High Impact | |
| Stephen A. O’Connell | University of Central Arkansas | 24 | 2,624 | High Impact | |
| Rodney Thomas | University of Arkansas | 20 | 1,527 | High Impact | |
| S.A. Hoying | UA Div. of Agriculture | 18 | 929 | ||
| Jennifer L. Logan | Southern Arkansas University | 18 | 1,049 | ||
| Charles D. Mabry | UAMS | 14 | 706 | ||
| Bun Song Lee | University of Arkansas – Fort Smith | 13 | 659 | ||
| Carlos Balmaceda | Arkansas State University | 12 | 559 | ||
| Gaurav Kumar | UA Little Rock | 12 | 940 | ||
| Jada M. Thompson | University of Arkansas | 9 | 507 | Grants | |
| K. M. Gourley | UA Div. of Agriculture | 9 | 380 | ||
| Michael J. Crawley | University of Arkansas | 8 | 6,665 | ||
| Peter McGee | University of Arkansas | 8 | 270 | ||
| Thuy Thi Nguyen | UAMS | 8 | 354 | ||
| Kelsey M. Owsley | UAMS | 7 | 212 |
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Strategic Outlook
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Top US institutions in this area
- 1 Harvard University 6,117
- 2 Johns Hopkins University 3,403
- 3 University of Washington 2,952
- 4 Brigham and Women's Hospital 2,891
- 5 University of Michigan 2,691
Cross-Institution Connections
Researchers at different institutions with overlapping expertise in Economic Evaluations.