George Zuo

George Zuo is an economist and Professor of Policy Analysis at the RAND School of Public Policy, RAND Corporation. He is also a faculty affiliate at the Wilson Sheehan Lab for Economic Opportunity at the University of Notre Dame, reflecting his deep engagement with research on economic mobility and inequality.

• Ph.D. in Economics, University of Maryland (2021)
• B.A. in Economics, Harvard University (2013)

As an applied microeconomist, Zuo employs causal inference methods and large-scale data to evaluate policies aimed at reducing disparities in economic opportunity, education, and health in the United States. His research spans workforce development, housing affordability, digital equity, and human capital investment. He frequently analyzes policy impacts using administrative data, surveys, and public disclosures, including SEC filings.

Zuo’s recent publications reveal a strong focus on labor market dynamics, educational practices, and urban policy. He investigates how digital literacy training affects employment outcomes, how housing supply influences affordability, and how corporate investments in employees correlate with stock performance. His work often combines rigorous empirical methods with practical policy implications, particularly in urban centers like Los Angeles and New York City.

Notable scientific awards include the National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship. His commentary appears in major outlets, and he is an active voice on issues of economic justice and policy design.

Zuo advises on policy through RAND and collaborates with national surveys such as the American Educator Panels. While no formal students are listed, his role as a professor and researcher suggests mentorship within RAND and affiliated institutions. He has not received explicit mention of grant funding, though his work is institutionally supported by RAND and external partnerships.

His research is conducted through RAND’s policy analysis framework and supported by data from the American Instructional Resources Survey and Learn Together Surveys. These platforms enable large-scale, nationally representative studies on education and workforce issues.