Grace’s research agenda centers on investigating the impact of early-life socioeconomic and cultural contexts on educational and career disparities. Particularly, she is interested in examining the causal effects of environmental and socioeconomic factors during critical life stages on long-term outcomes.With a diverse background in economics, developmental science, and related fields, Grace is dedicated to leveraging these findings to advance social mobility and tackle inequality. Her goal is to conduct rigorous research on human capital formation and apply these insights to inform policies and practices, ultimately striving to create more equitable education systems.