Matthew Holian

Matthew Holian is a Professor in the Department of Economics at San Jose State University's College of Social Sciences. His research focuses on applied econometrics, cost-benefit analysis, and policy evaluation using the American Community Survey microdata. He explores urban, environmental, transportation, housing, and labor economics, with recent work on wildfire prevention policies and building energy codes.

• Research Themes: Climate change mitigation, data reproducibility, migration dynamics, and policy analysis.
• Methodology: Combines quantitative analysis (ACS microdata) with qualitative case studies, particularly in wildfire safety.

Recent Publications address migration impacts, energy codes, health insurance access, and educational pedagogy. His forthcoming book emphasizes using ACS data to evaluate social controversies and inform policy decisions.