Dr. Soumyanetra Munshi is an economist and Associate Professor at the Economic Research Unit (ERU) of the Indian Statistical Institute (ISI), Kolkata. She completed her Ph.D. in Economics from Rutgers University and has been teaching and conducting research at ISI since at least 2015. Her academic expertise spans Political Economy, Public Economics, Microeconomic Theory, Industrial Organization, and Game Theory. Soumyanetra's research contributions include numerous peer-reviewed articles that apply theoretical and game-theoretic frameworks to issues such as conflict, electoral politics, clientelism, and the economics of marriage and dowry. Many of her publications explore how economic models can explain political and social phenomena, often integrating empirical insights with rigorous theoretical approaches. Her work appears in well-known academic outlets and contributes to debates in Development Economics, Voting Theory, and Contest Theory.
Soumyanetra's research has also been featured in academic discussions beyond journals, such as podcasts and seminars focusing on social and economic policy. As a faculty member at ERU, she is involved in mentoring graduate students and participating in academic governance and research activities. Her scholarly profile reflects a blend of economic theory, applied research, and interdisciplinary engagement with political and social issues.
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