Across The Spectrum of Socioeconomics Volume 1 Issue 2 DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.4383375 ​ The International Socioeconomics Laboratory™ (ISL) is a global research network of primarily students and young adults that strive to find the most adequate solutions to current socio-economic problems and those that may be just around the corner. We make use of existing records and data to create our own comprehensive models and studies to find plausible routes to the root cause of these problems and see what can be done about them or what knowledge can be acquired. However, our information collection is not limited to what is already in sight; though it may be more difficult given the unprecedented times, we also look to collect information and data through surveys and soon, types of experiments as well. The goal of the ISL is clear; assess and address the issues that face our society through the will and capability of the youth in order to foster a greater one. The work done in the ISL serves as the foundation for the work done by its sister organizations Finxspire and Finxerunt. We plan on having our research be used by Finxerunt to create real political policy that will address the shortcomings that stem from society and its current state. Our research will also be implemented by the committees within the ISL to serve as the basis for its campaigns, podcasts, and films. Both organizations share a common goal in giving their best efforts to bring about positive change in the world. The ISL will be the first and largest of its kind. This spring, the ISL looks to accept over 500+ applicants and aim for a long term goal of over 1000. Through our work, we can bring these students and young adults various benefits ranging from volunteer hours to PVSA awards signed by the President of the United States themself. As many struggle from the implications of the global pandemic, the ISL will serve as an incentive for them to move forward and look towards a brighter future. The ISL serves as an important venue for the youth; the youth are highly capable and intelligent; many of them are cognizant or can identify if their societies are headed in the wrong direction. However, as it stands, it is difficult for the youth to have a say, for they are often overlooked and shadowed. The ISL looks to change that however. The ISL will allow for the youth to have their voices and ideas heard; through us, the youth can look to envision the very change they believe would be necessary to implement or consider. Part of the future of their respective societies starts with the youth, and the future starts with the ISL. Every research paper here has been written by our Fall Staffers from our fall Finxerunt Research programs. For more information please go to Finxerunt.org or Socioeconlabs.org International Socioeconomics Laboratory Pages 1-113 2020. All Rights Reserved Page 1 Across The Spectrum of Socioeconomics Volume 1 Issue 2 DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.4383375 ​ Table of Contents About Authors 4 Social Science Research Why is there a higher rate of impostor syndrome among BIPOC? 10 Occidentalisation of Beauty Standards: Eurocentrism in Asia 26 Are the misdiagnoses in the healthcare system linked to systemic racism? 36 The Effect of Geographical Locations on College Tuition Across the United States 44 Economic Research 2020 & Real Estate 54 The Case for Financial Literacy 74 The Effects of Coronavirus on Trade 87 Company Structure and the Impacts of Policy 99 International Socioeconomics Laboratory Pages 1-113 2020. All Rights Reserved Page 2 Across The Spectrum of Socioeconomics Volume 1 Issue 2 DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.4383375 ​ About the Authors Achraf El Madnaoui- I am a senior at Casablanca American School in Morocco. I am a member of the Economic Research Committee at Finxerunt. I have always been interested in business and economics since my freshman year of high school. My tentative career plan is to pursue an economics major in college. Aside from Finxerunt, I have indulged in other business-oriented activities, both in and out of school. For any general inquiries, contact me at: [email protected] Deven Rozario- I am a junior in finance major at Brooklyn Technical High School. I am a member of the Economic research committee at Finxerunt and was also a member of the Finxerunt Finance and Marketing summer program. Since my first year of high school, I have been interested in business, accounting, and different ways to utilize money. In addition to Finxerunt, I am also a member of my school’s Finance major club and the Junior Economic Club of New York City. For any questions or concerns, you may contact me at: [email protected] ​ Benjamin Goroshnik- I am a senior at Staten Island Technical High School and have a strong interest in finance and economics. I am the co-president of my school's Finance Club. I have a strong experience in the stock market and have been investing for over a year. I brought my knowledge to Finxerunt and collaborated with other teens to research how current events are affecting the world's economy. Feel free to contact me at [email protected] ​ Angye Bardales- I am a Junior from Staten Island Technical High School in New York City and a member of the Finxerunt Community, specifically the Economic Research Committee which put together this paper. I do not have as much experience with finance and economics as my colleagues, but I am strongly driven by my immense interest to learn all about it! I hope to continue building my knowledge through this committee as well as through other opportunities in order to pursue a finance or economics major in college. I am always open to receiving any questions, concerns, or general communications at [email protected]. ​ ​ Alan Goldengur - I am a Sophomore from Staten Island Technical High School in New York City, and a member of the Economic Research Committee at Finxerunt. Investing alongside my family since middle school, I have much experience with the stock market and am interested in learning about all financial matters. I strive to one day become an Investment Analyst and look forward to taking part in my school’s Finance Club. I hope to recognize how international political relations International Socioeconomics Laboratory Pages 1-113 2020. All Rights Reserved Page 3 Across The Spectrum of Socioeconomics Volume 1 Issue 2 DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.4383375 ​ affect spending and am focusing on studying examples of socioeconomic gaps within our world. Feel free to contact me at any time through my email: [email protected]. ​ ​ Theresa Morano - I am a junior at Staten Island Technical High School in New York City and a member of the Economic Research Committee at Finxerunt. I am also the Vice President of my school’s finance club and have some experience with the stock market. For many years, I have had a strong interest in economics and finance. Collaborating with other members of the committee and conducting research on how political relations affect the global economy has allowed me to further my passion in this field. In the future, I aspire to major in economics and have a career in finance. Feel free to contact me at [email protected]. ​ ​ Shen Shen Lau- I am a junior at the Bronx High School of Science in New York City and a member of the Economic Research Committee at Finxerunt. I have a strong passion for topics in economics and finance and worked with many mentors over the years in researching those topics. I am in my school’s Investment Society as well as my school’s investment team. I also hold the role of an investor in the stock market and I hope to develop deeper knowledge about this field through working with my colleagues and the experience we gain together. Feel free to contact me at: [email protected]. ​ Lauren Peysakhova - I am a junior at Staten Island Technical High School in New York City, Staten Island and a member of the Economic Research Committee at Finxerunt. I am very interested in the economy and the way that the stock market works. I am a part of the finance club at my school and have some experience on the stock market. I collaborated with other members from the economic research committee to cover the comparisons portion and compare real estate through the United States. If there are any questions, feel free to contact me at [email protected]. ​ (Emily)Shuai Huang- I am a Junior at Brooklyn Technical High School In New York City, and a member of the Finxnerunt economic research committee. I have always had a strong passion for economics in general, I am in my school’s finance major and the Finance Club and I have some experience with the stock market. And I collaborated with other members from the economic research committee to write this research paper about the impact of Covid 19 on Real estates. If there are any questions please contact me at [email protected]. ​ ​ Stella Vayner- I am a Junior at Staten Island Technical High School. I am a member of the Finxerunt Economic Research Committee. I am interested in politics and socioeconomic issues, as well as coupling those interests to help the community through volunteer work. I have participated International Socioeconomics Laboratory Pages 1-113 2020. All Rights Reserved Page 4 Across The Spectrum of Socioeconomics Volume 1 Issue 2 DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.4383375 ​ in AIPAC’s policy conference where I lobbied congressmen, UJA’s PACT leadership program where I ran fundraising programs, and my local community’s volunteer organization as part of their Youth Advisory Council.