Marcus Berliant

Marcus Berliant is Professor of Economics at Washington University in St. Louis, where he chairs the PhD Admissions Committee. His research spans public finance, urban economics, and mathematical economic theory. Current projects examine knowledge creation dynamics, agglomeration economies, and optimal taxation frameworks.

Publications focus on spatial economics, tax policy design, and political economy. Recent work investigates nonlinear taxation structures and urban commuting patterns.

Honors include the 2005 Fellowship from Regional Science Association International.