Michael Lipton

Michael Lipton was a renowned English economist, born in 1937, who dedicated his career to the field of development studies. His expertise lay in the examination of rural poverty in developing countries, with a particular focus on land reform and the phenomenon of urban bias. Through his work, Lipton aimed to understand and address the complex issues surrounding poverty and inequality in these regions.

Lipton spent a significant portion of his career at the University of Sussex, where he conducted extensive research and contributed to the academic community. In addition to his academic pursuits, he also collaborated with international institutions, including the World Bank. Notably, he contributed to the World Bank's 2000/2001 World Development Report, which focused on poverty. Lipton passed away in 2023, leaving behind a legacy of valuable research and contributions to the field of economics, particularly in the area of development studies.