Giuseppe De Feo from the University of Strathclyde in Glasgow will explain the the rise of the Sicilian mafia at the end of the 19th century and its impact on medium-term and long-term economic outcomes, state capacity and political competition at Campus Limpertsberg on 15 June.
De Feo investigates the impact of the mafia on institutions in the short and long run, as well as on state capacity. In municipalities where the Mafia arises the researchers found a reduction in political competition in the short and long run as well as negative consequences on literacy, education, health, and availability of drinking water.
The lecture starts at 13:00. Lunch is planned for registered participants. Please register at crea@uni.lu.
