Hasan Shahid
Assistant Professor · Tenure-Track
College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences
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About
I am an applied microeconomist specializing in health economics with a focus on risky health behaviors and issues affecting marginalized populations. My research applies rigorous causal inference methods to address policy-relevant questions in public health. A distinguishing feature of my work is the integration of innovative data collection techniques, including digitization of historical records and machine learning approaches, alongside traditional administrative and survey data. This combination allows me to leverage exogenous shocks from the past to provide insights into contemporary health policy challenges.Much of my research centers on the economics of infectious disease, particularly the HIV/AIDS epidemic, examining behavioral responses to health risks, the impact of medical innovations, and barriers to treatment access for underserved populations. I also investigate broader issues affecting LGBTQ+ well-being, including labor market outcomes, family formation, and the effects of landmark policy changes. A key feature of my agenda is critically reexamining historical events and claims with updated data collection and modern econometric tools. Moving forward, I will continue advancing understanding of risky health behaviors, infectious disease economics, and LGBTQ+ health through innovative data collection and causal inference methods.
Education
- Ph D, Economics — Georgia State University (2023)
- MS, Economics — Georgia State University (2018)
- BS, Economics — Lahore University of Management Sciences (2016)