Alok Bhargava

Alok Bhargava is an Indian econometrician known for his contributions to econometric methodology and applied econometrics, particularly in the areas of panel data analysis, health economics, and nutrition.

Background

Bhargava is recognised within the academic community for research that bridges econometric theory with practical applications in development economics, health, and nutrition. His work has examined methods for analysing longitudinal and panel data, and the application of statistical techniques to questions in human welfare, productivity, and public health.

Research areas

• Econometric methodology: Studies relating to time-series properties of panel data and the testing of statistical hypotheses in such settings.
• Health economics: Empirical investigations into the determinants and consequences of health outcomes.
• Nutrition and development: Analyses of how nutritional factors influence productivity, child development, and economic well-being.

Significance

Bhargava's research is cited in the wider literature on panel data econometrics and applied work that draws upon longitudinal datasets. His interdisciplinary approach—combining econometric rigour with substantive questions in nutrition and health—has positioned his work at the intersection of economics and public health research.

Related topics

• Econometrics
• Panel data
• Health economics
• Development economics
• Indian economists

References

• Wikidata entry: Q4734293