The economics, technology, and neuroscience of human capability formation

TitleThe economics, technology, and neuroscience of human capability formation
Publication TypeJournal Article
AuthorsHeckman, J. J.
This article begins the synthesis of two currently unrelated literatures: the human capital approach to health economics and the economics of cognitive and noncognitive skill formation. A lifecycle investment framework is the foundation for understanding the origins of human inequality and for devising policies to reduce it.
Title The economics, technology, and neuroscience of human capability formation
Publication Title Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A
Publication Type Journal Article
Published Year 2007
Authors J.J. Heckman
Accession Number 17686985
Number 33
ISBN Number 0027-8424 (Print)<br/>0027-8424 (Linking)
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