معرفی
Michael C. Munger is the Pfizer,Inc./Edmund T. Pratt, Jr. University Distinguished Professor at Duke University, holding appointments in Political Science, Economics, and the Sanford School of Public Policy. He directs the Philosophy, Politics & Economics (PPE) Certificate Program and serves as a Bass Fellow in Trinity College. His research focuses on markets, government institutions, and the sharing economy, blending political economy with institutional analysis.
Education:
- Ph.D. in Political Science, Washington University in St. Louis (1984)
- M.A. in Political Science, Washington University in St. Louis (1981)
- B.A. in Political Science, Davidson College (1980)
Research Interests: Munger examines the intersections of public policy, market design, and institutional frameworks. He critiques government failures and explores how decentralized platforms (e.g., Airbnb, solar energy markets) challenge traditional economic theories. His work often bridges Adam Smith’s moral philosophy with Vernon Smith’s experimental economics, emphasizing normative social systems.
Awards & Recognition:
- Pfizer,Inc./Edmund T. Pratt, Jr. University Distinguished Professor (2024–present)
- Bass Fellow in Political Science (2011–present)
- Recipient of the Otto 'Toby' Davis Lecture (2012)
Advising & Teaching: Munger has advised numerous programs, including directing Duke’s PPE Certificate and undergraduate political science studies. He teaches courses on political economy, public choice, and ethics, emphasizing critical thinking in policy analysis.
Labs & External Roles: Collaborates with international institutions such as the Cevro Institute (Prague), Friedrich Alexander University (Erlangen-Nuremberg), and Universidad del Desarrollo (Santiago de Chile) in research and teaching. Maintains a public-facing presence through podcasts (EconTalk), YouTube videos, and blogs.
