Latent variables in panel data models: Theoretical Contributions and Empirical Applications

This book addresses statistical issues related to linear panel data models with the joint occurrence of unobserved heterogeneity and measurement errors- in-variables. Specifically, it is concerned with hypothesis testing and estimation techniques in a static and in a dynamic framework respectively. The relevance of such issues for applied studies is emphasized. Different case-studies are analyzed.

Eleonora Patacchini is Researcher in Economics and Statistics at the University of Rome "La Sapienza", Italy. Her areas of interest include applied research in Labour Economics, Regional & Urban Economics, Social Networks, Economics of Ethnic Minorities and Crime. Her publications have appeared in leading general and field journals.