Rafael Lopez-Monti

Rafael Lopez-Monti is an Assistant Professor of Economics and International Affairs at the George Washington University, where he also earned his Ph.D. and M.Phil. in Economics. He previously taught at Johns Hopkins University, the University of Maryland–College Park, and the Catholic University of America. His professional experience includes roles at the United Nations Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean, the Inter-American Development Bank, the World Bank, and various economic institutions in Argentina.

• Ph.D. and M.Phil., George Washington University
• M.Sc., University of Warwick
• Licentiate in Economics, University of Buenos Aires (Magna Cum Laude)

His research centers on macroeconomics, international finance, and monetary economics, with strong policy and global economic implications. His work bridges theoretical models with practical applications in international economic policy and financial systems. While specific publications are not listed, his teaching in courses such as International Macroeconomic Theory and Policy and Survey of International Economics reflects a deep engagement with contemporary global economic challenges.

Dr. Lopez-Monti has contributed to international development through consulting and economic analysis with major global institutions. His advisory and professional roles with the United Nations, Inter-American Development Bank, and World Bank demonstrate a commitment to applied economics in regional and global contexts. He has also worked in Argentina’s public and private sectors, including the National Institute of Statistics and Censuses.

He has been involved in teaching and research at multiple institutions, indicating a strong academic trajectory. No formal lab or research team is mentioned in the provided text.