CAGE Research Centre
Independent policy-driven research informed by history, culture and behaviour.
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School students discover what it takes to become an economist
"Being an economist isn't about being a single thing. A good economist is ready for anything and can absorb anything." Mirko Draca, CAGE Centre Director
Monday 23 Mar 2026
Excess profits are being made at the pumps – but not when you think
New analysis of fuel prices confirms a long-held suspicion – at times of crisis when wholesale oil prices rise, prices at the pump also rise quickly &n...
Tuesday 17 Mar 2026
The Economics of Education : 2026 Crafts Lecture and Workshop
Over 50 national and international delegates attended the Crafts lecture and workshop on the economics of education and the role of institutions organised by...
Thursday 5 Mar 2026
CAGE Working Papers December 2025 and January 2026
CAGE research papers draw on our global academic network of research associates and address topics aligned to our four core themes.
Friday 30 Jan 2026
Our Research Programmes
Global Economic History
Reviewing historical data and qualitative research for large scale analysis to understand patterns of global economic growth.
Designing and Building Institutions
Analysing the attention economy and the models that guide information processing and decision-making.
Gender, Health and Wellbeing
Investigating the social and economic causes and consequences of mental ill health and the inclusion of women in society.
Responsive Public Policy
Designing research and data analysis to provide policy insight and support capacity building.
Upcoming Events
CAGE Summer School 2026: Develop the research skills needed for data analysis
Sun 21 Jun, 5:15pm, 3 days 15 hours 45 minutes