. In this paper, we assess empirically the connection between genetic diversity and the performance of sport teams … matching algorithm based on family names. Performance is measured at both the unilateral and bilateral level. Identification of … the causal link relies on an instrumental variable strategy that is based on past immigration at the country level about …

supports innovation activities, especially early in the life cycle of firms. …

, focusing on business websites. Through two natural field experiments in the UK, we provide firms with benchmarked performance … heterogeneity linked to prior experience and catch-up potential. Our results indicate that performance gaps are not primarily driven …

innovation and productivity. The effect of managerial experience measured by age on firm performance depends instead on the type …We investigate the role of workers' and managerial experience as a determinant of firm innovation and productivity in a … of firm: high age of managers and board members is bad for innovation and productivity growth, while costs and benefits …

This paper studies Comprehensive Performance Assessment, an explicit incentive scheme for local government in England … Best Value Performance Indicators. We estimate that CPA increased the effective band D council tax rate in England relative …