Conference Agenda
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Egg-Timer: Environment, Innovation and Productivity Location: D-110 Session Chair: Xiaofang Dong, Xiamen University | |
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Smog and Scholars: How Air Pollution Hinders High-Skilled Worker Productivity in China Xiamen University, China This study examines the impact of air pollution on the academic publications of individual scholars in China. Using a large dataset of scholars' publications and cellphone information from five major cities, we found that a 1% increase in PM2.5 concentration results in a reduction of approximately 1,053 publications nationwide. This effect is more pronounced during years of heavy pollution, especially among highly productive, and younger scholars. Further analysis of mechanisms reveals that higher pollution levels reduce working hours, increase hospital visits, and hinder collaborations. The disclosure of pollution information can mitigate these negative effects among scholars with medical backgrounds due to heightened health awareness. | |