Urban structure in transition: evidence from Poland, 1983–2011

Inequality, Transfers, and Growth: New Evidence from the Economic Transition in Poland

This paper analyzes the evolution of inequality in Poland during the economic transition that began in 1989–1990. Using microdata from the Household Budget Surveys, we Ž nd that, after a brief spike in 1989, income and consumption inequality actually declined to below pretransitio n levels during 1990–1992 and then increased gradually, rising only moderately above pretransition levels by 1997. ...

Microbiological Analysis of Necrosols Collected from Urban Cemeteries in Poland

Decomposition of organic matter is the primary function in the soil ecosystem, which involves bacteria and fungi. Soil microbial content depends on many factors, and secondary biological and chemical contaminations change and affect environmental feedback. Little work has been done to estimate the microbiological risk for cemetery employees and visitors. The potential risk of infection for peop...

Regional earning disparities and the speed of transition: evidence from Poland 1994Ł1997

Evidence from urban India

In many developing countries, women are prevented to take full advantage of the benefits of living in an urban area. In India, while one of every two men participates in the labor market, it is the case just for one of every six women. In this context, it is thought that access to microfinance is key to bridge the gap and to introduce women into the labor force. This is the first project to rig...

Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) in Urban Housing in Nigeria: Evidence from Ogun State

There is a consensus among housing experts and policy makers that there are not enough resources for government alone to address growing urban housing challenges in many developing countries. Consequently, a paradigm shift from government provision to partnerships between the public and private sectors is advocated. This study examined the prospects and challenges of Public-Private Partnerships...