Ji receives funding for cellphone data research project

Research Scientist Yongjie Ji received a grant from Cornell University for the research project "Developing Standardized Nonmarket Valuation and Benefits Transfer Methods Using Cellphone Location and Foot Traffic Data." Ji will work with Dr. Catherine Kling and Dr. Wendong Zhang, both of whom are former CARD faculty and now at Cornell University. The award is incrementally funded, with $16,655 awarded in the first budget period of 8/1/2024 to 7/31/2025. The grant could total up to $50,000 if funded for two additional years.

(Released January 2025)