Meghan M. Skira

Meghan M. Skira is a Professor in the Department of Economics at the Terry College of Business, University of Georgia. Her research spans health economics, labor economics, and economics of aging, with a focus on caregiving, healthcare policy, and labor market dynamics.

• PhD in Economics, Boston College (2012)
• MA in Economics, Boston College (2009)
• BS in Economics, University of Rhode Island (2007)
• BA in Spanish, University of Rhode Island (2007)

Meghan's research explores the intersection of healthcare and labor economics, analyzing how policies impact workforce behavior and elder care. Her work includes studies on long-term care insurance, antidepressant regulations, and maternity leave effects.

Recent publications highlight her focus on healthcare policy, caregiving costs, and labor market responses to health shocks. Key themes include regulatory impacts on pharmaceuticals, incentives in nursing homes, and gender-specific policy outcomes.

Scientific awards and honors include the NBER Center for Aging and Health Pilot Award, Terry-Sanford Research Awards, Kamerschen-Hampton Award for Outstanding Research, and multiple teaching accolades such as the Terry College Outstanding Teacher Award.