Mitsuru Igami

Mitsuru Igami is an Associate Professor of Economics at the University of Toronto. His research focuses on industrial organization, economics of innovation, and international trade. He holds a Ph.D. in Global Economics and Management from UCLA Anderson School of Management, along with multiple advanced degrees in Economics from UCLA and the University of Tokyo.

• Education:
• Ph.D., Global Economics and Management, UCLA Anderson School of Management
• M.A., Economics, UCLA (June 2009)
• M.A., Economics, University of Tokyo
• B.A., Latin American Area Studies, University of Tokyo

His research explores topics such as patent statistics as innovation indicators, creative destruction in technology industries, and the dynamics of offshoring. Notable projects include analyzing LCD panel innovation welfare effects and detecting Edgeworth cycles in commodity markets. Igami’s work frequently employs structural estimation methods, as seen in his analysis of AI-driven strategic games like AlphaGo.

His articles consistently bridge theoretical frameworks with empirical analysis of real-world industries, including hard disk drives, pharmaceutical cartels, and coffee trade. This interdisciplinary approach highlights his expertise in linking microeconomic theory to practical policy implications.

No scientific awards are explicitly listed. His advising and grant activities are not detailed in the provided text, though his extensive publication record suggests active research leadership. No specific lab affiliations are mentioned, though his work likely involves collaboration with computational economics and industrial analysis teams.