Bruce Weinberg

Bruce Weinberg is the Eric Byron Fix-Monda Endowed Professor of Economics and Public Affairs at Ohio State University. He holds a Ph.D. in Economics from the University of Chicago (1996) and has been recognized with the Distinguished Scholar, Joan Huber, and Postdoc Mentor of the Year Awards.

• Education: University of Chicago (B.A. Economics, 1991; Ph.D. Economics, 1996)

His research focuses on:

1. The economics of creativity and innovation
2. Family and neighborhood determinants of youth outcomes
3. Technological change and wage structures

He emphasizes underrepresentation in terms of gender, race, ethnicity, and socio-economic background.

• Scientific Awards: Distinguished Scholar, Joan Huber, Postdoc Mentor of the Year

He has advised NIH on biomedical workforce initiatives and served on AAAS’s Committee on Science, Engineering, and Public Policy. His work has been supported by the National Science Foundation, NIH, and other foundations.