Carlos Fabian
Fuentes Rivas
Transforming complex economic data into actionable insights for public policy. Specialized in statistical modeling, econometrics, and geospatial analysis for decision-making under uncertainty.
About Me
I am an economist currently pursuing a Master's in Applied Economics. My work focuses on statistical and econometric modeling, public policy analysis, and geospatial data for decision-making under uncertainty. With extensive experience in poverty measurement and sustainable development indicators, I bridge the gap between complex economic theory and practical policy implementation.
Experience
Senior Research Programmer
Leading simulation modeling projects for climate pathways in collaboration with World Bank teams. Developing advanced computational models to assess environmental and economic impacts of climate policies.
Associate Researcher
Conducted behavioral research on decision-making tools in uncertain environments. Applied experimental economics methodologies to understand policy effectiveness under uncertainty.
Deputy Director of Poverty Measurement
Managed national poverty metrics and SDG indicators using advanced econometric techniques. Led a team responsible for Mexico's official multidimensional poverty measurements and policy recommendations.
Education
Master's in Applied Economics
Specializing in econometric modeling, public policy analysis, and quantitative methods for economic research.
Bachelor's in Economics
Foundation in economic theory, statistical analysis, and quantitative methods with focus on development economics.
Technical Skills
Programming
Geospatial Analysis
Data Visualization
Development Tools
Featured Projects
Geospatial Policy Analysis – El Salvador
Comprehensive mapping and clustering analysis of school infrastructure to support presidential advisors in education policy design. Utilized advanced geospatial techniques to identify optimal locations for educational investments and policy interventions.
Tools: R, QGIS, Spatial Statistics, Clustering Algorithms
Publications
Multidimensional Poverty in Mexico in the Context of the COVID-19 Health Emergency
Analysis of the impact of COVID-19 on multidimensional poverty indicators in Mexico, examining changes in health, education, and living standards dimensions.
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Interested in collaborating on economic research, policy analysis, or data science projects? I'm always open to discussing innovative approaches to complex economic challenges.