Harold T. Shapiro

Harold T. Shapiro is a Professor of Economics and Public Affairs at Princeton University and holds the title of President Emeritus. He previously served as President of Princeton University (1988–2001) and the University of Michigan (1980–1988). His research focuses on bioethics, science policy, energy/climate issues, and the evolution of higher education.

Education:

• Bachelor's in Economics, McGill University (1956)
• Ph.D. in Economics, Princeton University (1964)

Key Roles and Service:

• Member and Vice Chair, President’s Council of Advisors on Science and Technology (1990–1992)
• Chair, National Bioethics Advisory Commission (1996–2001)

Research Interests: Dr. Shapiro explores interdisciplinary challenges at the intersection of economics, public policy, and ethics. His work addresses climate policy, institutional governance in academia, and the societal role of universities. He advocates for evidence-based approaches to complex societal issues.

Awards and Honors:

• Clark Kerr Medal (2008)
• William D. Carey Award
• Public Welfare Medal (National Academy of Sciences, 2012)
• Member of National Academy of Sciences, Institute of Medicine, and American Philosophical Society

Advising and Grants: While specific grants are not detailed, his leadership roles inherently involved overseeing institutional grants and mentoring through academic governance. His book A Larger Sense of Purpose synthesizes his perspectives on higher education’s societal role.

Labs/Teams: Not explicitly mentioned, but his work involved collaborations across academia, government, and international organizations through advisory roles.