Mark Schankerman

Mark Schankerman is a Professor of Economics at the London School of Economics (LSE), leading roles include directing the MSc in Economics and PhD Placement. He holds a PhD from Harvard University, with prior roles at the University of Arizona and the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development. His expertise spans innovation, patents, industrial economics, and law and economics.

Education:

• PhD in Economics, Harvard University
• MA in Economics, Harvard University
• BA in Economics (Magna cum Laude, Phi Beta Kappa), Brandeis University

Research Interests: Focuses on intellectual property rights, cumulative innovation, university technology transfer, and policy impacts on innovation ecosystems. His work bridges law, economics, and technology, addressing global challenges like drug accessibility and patent system reforms. Recent studies include patent screening mechanisms and global diffusion of pharmaceuticals.

Professional Contributions:

• Editorial roles at Journal of Industrial Economics, Economics of Transition, and RAND Journal of Economics
• Consultant to USPTO, OECD, and UK Government on IP policy
• Visiting professorships at Tilburg University, Tel Aviv University, and Toulouse School of Economics

Awards: Recipient of the Feldberg Prize for Best Student in Economics (Brandeis University).

Grants & Leadership:

• Directed policy studies at the EBRD and led grant-funded research on patent systems
• Advisor to multilateral institutions like the World Bank and OECD

Labs/Teams: Active in LSE’s STICERD Economics of Industry Programme, focusing on industrial economics and innovation policy.