Amlan Mitra

Amlan Mitra, Ph.D., is a Professor of Business Economics at Purdue University Northwest (PNW). His research focuses on economic impact analysis, public policy, transportation, and economic development. He holds a Ph.D. in Economics from Northern Illinois University, specializing in Public Finance, and has additional degrees in Urban & Regional Planning, Economics, and Agricultural Economics.

Dr. Mitra’s expertise spans economic impact analysis, public finance policy, and transportation infrastructure. He has led grants such as the 'Housing Affordability & Income Mobility' study and 'Visualization/Simulation to Improve Measurements of Economics Impacts of Transportation Network Systems.' Recent proposals include projects on urban freight resiliency and transportation disruptions.

His awards include the Chancellor’s Distinguished Faculty Lecture Award and recognition from the Transportation Research Board. He has served in leadership roles, including Chair of the Academic Program Peer Review Committee and member of PNW’s Strategic Planning Committee. Dr. Mitra teaches courses in environmental economics, public policy, econometrics, and health economics.

Professional affiliations include the Executive Committee of the Transportation Research Board, NEXTRANS Regional Transportation Center, and the Purdue Water Institute. His work integrates policy, infrastructure, and socioeconomic factors to address regional and national challenges.