If you’re in the vicinity of the University of Rochester this Tuesday, please join us:

Title: Lead Exposure and Crime

Presenter: Kevin Schnepel on 3/19 at 5pm in Goergen 101

Description: Early-life exposure to lead (pB) is linked to higher rates of violent crime among juveniles and adults. In this lecture, I will cover key findings in the academic literature and discuss the challenges associated with (and solutions for) identifying the causal impact of lead pollution on crime rates.

Bio: Kevin Schnepel is an Associate Professor of Economics at Simon Fraser University and studies the economics of crime. Kevin’s work aims to improve our understanding of the ways in which we can lower crime and improve social welfare ranging from investments in early-life health to criminal justice diversion programs.