Mike Jones

Mike Jones is a Research Assistant Professor of Economics at the University of Alaska, with expertise in applied economics, food systems, and economic development. He collaborates extensively across natural and social science disciplines and engages with public and private sectors in autonomous aviation and Alaskan aviation industries.

• PhD, Economics, North Carolina State University
• MS, Agricultural Economics, Purdue University
• BS, Food and Resource Economics, University of Florida

His research focuses on food security, transportation, and supply chain impacts on markets, the environment, and society. Prior work examined agricultural technology adoption and rural development in sub-Saharan Africa, the Middle East, and Latin America. Current collaborations span interdisciplinary fields, integrating economic analysis with infrastructure and aviation studies.