Christopher Ambrose

Christopher Ambrose is a Research Fellow at Tulane University's Murphy Institute and the Center for Public Policy Research. He holds a B.A. from Gonzaga University and a Ph.D. in Economics from Washington State University (2021). His research focuses on health and drug policy, particularly the effects of recreational marijuana laws on substance use outcomes. He is affiliated with the Murphy Institute and conducts policy-relevant economic analyses.

Education:

• B.A., Gonzaga University
• Ph.D. in Economics, Washington State University (2021)

Research Interests: Dr. Ambrose examines how public policies—especially drug and health policies—impact societal outcomes. His current work evaluates the consequences of recreational marijuana legalization on drug usage patterns, leveraging economic frameworks to inform evidence-based policy decisions.

Labs/Teams: Active in the Center for Public Policy Research, contributing to interdisciplinary policy analysis initiatives.