Anton Yang
About Anton Yang
Anton Yang is a Research Consultant and Joint Postdoc in the Department of Economics, with a Ph.D. in Economics from Purdue University. He has extensive experience in international trade, computational economics, and has held various academic and research positions at multiple universities and organizations since 2021.
Current Role at Yale University
Anton Yang serves as a Research Consultant (Joint Postdoc) in the Department of Economics at Yale University. He has held this position since 2021, contributing to various research initiatives within the department. His role involves applying advanced economic theories and methodologies to address complex economic issues.
Educational Background and Expertise
Anton Yang has a comprehensive educational background in economics and related fields. He earned a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree, focusing on International Trade and Computational Economics from Purdue University. He also holds a Master of Science (M.S.) in Applied Economics from The Johns Hopkins University and a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Agricultural and Resource Economics and Mathematics from the University of Maryland College Park.
Professional Experience and Contributions
Yang has extensive professional experience in various economic roles. He is currently a Teaching and Research Associate at Purdue University and a Postdoctoral Research Associate at Iowa State University. His previous positions include working as a Congressional Intern at the U.S. House of Representatives and as an International Economist Trainee at the U.S. International Trade Commission. He has also held roles in industry, including as Chief Representative and Regional Manager for LIQUI MOLY GmbH.
Research Focus and Interests
Anton Yang's research interests lie in bridging the gap between computable general equilibrium (CGE) and new quantitative trade models (NQTMs). His doctoral dissertation re-examines the distance puzzle in international trade, highlighting the effects of non-homotheticity using a flexible demand model. He has a technical strength in building structural econometric models and applying mathematical programming techniques for quantitative analysis.
Teaching and Lectures
In his academic roles, Anton Yang has developed and taught guest lectures that focus on the structural estimation of general equilibrium models. He emphasizes numerical optimization techniques applied to solve economic problems, contributing to the educational development of students in economics.