Kevin Song

Kevin Song is a Professor at the Vancouver School of Economics (VSE), part of the Faculty of Arts at the University of British Columbia (UBC). He holds a B.A. from Seoul National University and a Ph.D. from Yale University. Prior to joining UBC in 2011, he served as an Assistant Professor at the University of Pennsylvania. His research focuses on econometric theory, particularly nonparametric and semiparametric models, optimal inference for nonregular and set-identified parameters, and structural models analyzing economic agent interactions.

Education Background:

• B.A., Seoul National University, South Korea
• Ph.D., Yale University, USA

Research Interests:

• Inference on nonparametric/semiparametric models
• Optimal estimation of nonregular parameters
• Set-identified parameters
• Structural models in economic interactions

Recent Work Trends: His publications emphasize methodological advancements in econometric inference, including diffusion over networks, stable matching theory, and partial identification. His work bridges theoretical rigor with practical applications in service markets, education policy, and large-scale network analysis.

Grants and Collaborations: Collaborations with institutions like the Lima Summer School and contributions to research centers such as the Stone Centre on Wealth and Income Inequality highlight his interdisciplinary reach. He oversees research streams in the VSE and contributes to policy discussions through structured empirical methodologies.