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One in three children globally suffer from lead poisoning, which harms their health and educational development. While there’s a lot we still don’t know about where exposure comes from, most experts would agree that a key source is lead paint, of which one key additive is the pigment lead chromate. ...

On June 3–4, 2025, the Center for Global Development is pleased to announce its inaugural Annual Research Conference on Global Lead Exposure—a new forum to convene researchers, policymakers, and implementers, all working to stamp out global lead poisoning.

Check out the CGD experts' research on gender representation in Indian textbooks, as referenced in the Telegraph India. 

While lead exposure has attracted a good deal of scientific research, several fundamental questions around it remain only partially answered. These knowledge gaps, if not addressed, might obstruct our ability to make the most of the newly devoted funds and attention. 

Check out the USAID press release, Millions of kids are poisoned by lead every year. We have a plan to save them, referencing CGD experts' research.

Check out the CGD experts' research on the impacts of lead exposure, referenced in the Washington Post. 

Check out the CGD experts' research on gender representation in Indian textbooks, featured on The Federal.

Check out CGD experts' research on gender bias in Indian school textbooks, as referenced in The Telegraph India.