Publications
Publications and Policy Briefs
Explore the Center’s research outputs, policy briefs, and working papers focused on Latin America, the Caribbean, and Lusophone countries—designed for scholars, practitioners, and decision-makers.
What you will find
Research outputs for academic and policy audiences
The Center publishes materials that translate rigorous analysis into actionable insight. Outputs are organized for quick discovery and practical use in teaching, program design, and decision support.
Policy Briefs
Concise, decision-oriented briefs that summarize findings, outline options, and highlight implications for public policy and institutional strategy.
Research Papers & Working Papers
Long-form research outputs, technical notes, and working papers supporting peer engagement and future publication.
Data & Methods Notes
Methodological explainers and training-oriented notes (e.g., general equilibrium modeling) to support learning and replication.
Security & Risk Analysis
Analytical briefs and commentary connecting international economics, national security, and regional dynamics across the Americas and the Lusophone world.
Featured publications (sample topics)
A representative selection of themes and brief types. For requests, citations, or to discuss a tailored briefing, please contact the Center.
Development Economics
Growth, poverty, and structural transformation
Financial Economics
Markets, stability, and policy transmission
International Security
Risk, governance, and strategic analysis
Disaster Risk Reduction
Sendai Framework training and preparedness
Lusophone & Caribbean Studies
Regional dynamics, institutions, and culture
Program & Project Evaluation
Evidence for NGOs and public-sector partners
Access, citations, and requests
If you need a publication, a citation, or a tailored briefing for your organization, the Center can help.
How do I request a policy briefing or expert consultation?
Send a message via the Contact page with your topic, timeline, and intended audience. We will respond with next steps and availability.
Can I cite or republish Center materials?
Yes, with proper attribution. For republication, translation, or extended excerpts, please request permission via Contact.
Do you provide data or methodological appendices?
When available, we can share supporting notes or appendices for teaching, training, or replication. Availability depends on partner agreements and confidentiality.
Are publications peer-reviewed?
Outputs vary by series. Working papers and technical notes may be pre-publication; policy briefs are designed for timely decision support. Where applicable, publications indicate review status.
Do you accept external submissions or co-authored briefs?
The Center welcomes collaboration with scholars and institutions aligned with our mission. Please contact us with a short abstract and proposed contribution.
Can you deliver a briefing or training for my team?
Yes. The Center offers briefings and trainings on general equilibrium modeling, the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction, and international economics & national security. Use Contact to discuss scope and format.
Need a tailored policy brief or expert briefing?
Tell us your policy question, country focus, and decision timeline. We will propose an evidence-based approach and deliverables.