I am an Assistant Professor at the Peking University HSBC Business School (PHBS).
I am an applied economist focusing on political economy, economic history, and development. My research explores the complex interactions between political and economic institutions and their impact on development outcomes, particularly in Latin America and the United States.
My work investigates the effects of external shocks—such as violence, media influence, and foreign military policies—on social behavior and institutional outcomes. I utilize quasi-experimental designs and rigorous econometric techniques to provide causal evidence on how historical events and political dynamics shape societal development.
Prior to joining PHBS, I held research and policy roles at Universidad del Rosario, J-PAL LAC, the IADB, and NYUAD. I hold a Ph.D. in Economics from Columbia University, and an M.A. and B.A. from Universidad de los Andes.
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Featured Research
The (unintended?) effects of US military training during the Cold War in Latin-America
Something Biased This Way Comes: The Effect of Media on House Elections in the US
An Empire Lost: Spanish Industry and The Effect of Colonial Markets on Peripheral Innovation
Banking in the Shadow of Media Slant
Downwind of the Bus Lane: Transit Pollution and Academic Performance