About
Paul Raschky is a Professor of Economics and Director of SoDa Labs at Monash University. His primary affiliations include the Department of Economics within the Monash Business School. He holds a PhD from the University of Innsbruck (2008) and has conducted postdoctoral research at the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania. His research focuses on political economy, environmental economics, insurance economics, and development economics, with an emphasis on natural hazards and the application of big data and digital tools to social science questions.
Education:
- Doctorate in Economics, University of Innsbruck (2008)
- Magister in International Economics and Business Administration, University of Innsbruck (2004)
- Undergraduate studies at the University of Western Australia (2001–2002)
Research Interests:
Raschky’s work spans political economy mechanisms, environmental policy, insurance markets, and development challenges. He has pioneered the use of alternative data sources (e.g., satellite imagery, digital footprints) for analyzing economic behavior and policy impacts. His recent projects explore the effects of AI, internet censorship, and Chinese foreign aid on economic outcomes.
Awards:
- Australian Business Deans Council Award for Innovation and Excellence in Research (2022)
- Dean’s Award for Excellence in Research (2016)
Grants & Collaborations:
Raschky leads projects funded by entities like the Australian Department of Defence and the Public Interest Journalism Initiative. Notable collaborations include work on media availability, internet suppression in Myanmar, and cycles of disadvantage in Australia. He co-founded KASPR Datahaus PTY LTD (a commercial spin-off) and the IP Observatory.
Labs & Teams:
As Director of SoDa Labs, he oversees an interdisciplinary team applying data science to economic and environmental challenges. His lab’s projects include analyzing spatial data, AI productivity effects, and disaster risk financing.
