Dr. Baird’s research interests are largely contained within the intersection of health, poverty and education at a micro level. She utilizes quantitative research methods to investigate the causal effects of programs and policies on health and education outcomes. She is currently conducting randomized impact evaluations on health and education in Malawi (cash transfers), Tanzania (community driven development) and Kenya (school based deworming). Her research has been featured in a variety of media outlets including The Economist and the New York Times.
