Francesco Carbonero

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Francesco Carbonero is a leading researcher in the economics of automation, international trade, and labor markets. His work has been instrumental in shaping the global debate on how robots and digital technologies reshape employment and trade dynamics. His most-cited paper, "Robots worldwide: The impact of automation on employment and trade" (2018, 73 citations), provides groundbreaking evidence that automation threatens jobs not only in advanced economies but also in emerging countries by eroding their labor cost advantages. This research challenges conventional wisdom and has become a cornerstone for understanding the global spillover effects of industrial robotics. Carbonero’s contributions are notable for bridging macro-level trade theory with micro-level labor outcomes, offering policymakers critical insights into the uneven distribution of automation’s benefits. His work is widely referenced in both academic circles and public policy debates, reflecting its high impact and relevance. Through rigorous empirical analysis, Carbonero continues to illuminate the complex interplay between technological change and economic inequality, making him a vital voice in contemporary discussions on the future of work.