Michelle Yin
Research at the nexus of technology, education, labor economics, and social policy
Research at the nexus of technology, education, labor economics, and social policy
Bridging research, policy, and practice for social and economic inclusion
Examining educational pathways, human capital development, and international learning systems through rigorous econometric analysis
Analyzing labor market impacts of automation and AI using causal inference methods to understand employment dynamics and wage effects
Building cross-border collaborations and evidence-based program models that advance economic opportunity and social mobility
Applying labor economics frameworks to study workplace inclusion, vocational rehabilitation, and policy interventions for workers with disabilities
$4.29M Department of Education initiative: Real Pay for Real Jobs - Education, Outreach, Partnership Development, and Capacity Building (2022-2028).
Explore Dashboard →$2.98M federally funded model project advancing special education services and partnerships across Maine (2023-2028).
Learn More →Investigating how accessibility features in digital assessments affect student performance using process data from the National Assessment of Educational Progress.
View Research →Founded in 2021, the Research and Innovation for Social and Economic Inclusion Lab conducts rigorous, data-driven studies at the intersection of technology, workforce, education, and social policy. The lab partners with government agencies, nonprofits, and international organizations.
October 2, 2025
Latest research publications and findings from RISEI Lab advancing knowledge in disability employment, educational equity, and labor economics.
Read More →
May 29, 2025
New research demonstrating the economic returns and societal benefits of investing in vocational rehabilitation services for individuals with disabilities.
Read More →
July 16, 2024
Education researchers present groundbreaking findings on how accessibility features in digital assessments impact student performance, particularly for students with disabilities.
Read More →Translating research into policy and practice
Director of a research portfolio exceeding $50 million in lifetime external funding, with approximately $4 million in active support advancing equity and inclusion.
Senior Advisor to the U.S. Department of Labor, delivering Capitol Hill briefings and advising federal and state governments on disability, workforce, and education policy.
Designed evaluation frameworks used by 170+ countries through Special Olympics International. Keynote addresses across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia.
Research featured in The Wall Street Journal and The Hill. Publications in Journal of Labor Economics, Journal of Policy Analysis and Management, and AERA Open.