CRES is a research center created in 2004 by a group of teachers-researchers from various disciplines (Economics, Law, Quantitative Techniques, Sociology) of Cheikh Anta Diop University of Dakar (UCAD). CRES aims to promote quantitative research that can equip political decision-makers, local authorities and civil society organizations in the formulation and implementation of social and economic development policies at both national and international levels.