Monica Prasad

Monica Prasad is an Ad Hoc Professor of Sociology at Northwestern University, affiliated with the Institute for Policy Research (IPR). Her research focuses on comparative historical sociology, economic sociology, and political sociology, examining the political economy of the U.S. and Europe, welfare state trajectories, neoliberalism, and economic growth patterns. She has authored multiple award-winning books, including The Land of Too Much and The Politics of Free Markets, and holds grants like the NSF Early Career Award. Prasad teaches courses on global capitalism, political sociology, and research design. Her work bridges historical analysis and contemporary policy debates, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to societal challenges.

• Affiliations: Department of Sociology, IPR, and Northwestern University.
• Education: Not explicitly listed in provided texts, but her academic trajectory suggests advanced degrees in sociology or related fields.

Her research interests explore how historical and political forces shape economic systems, with a focus on tax policies, welfare state development, and the rise of neoliberalism. Recent work includes Problem-Solving Sociology, analyzing sociological methodologies for addressing societal issues. Awards include the Guggenheim Fellowship and Fulbright Award.

Teaching responsibilities include senior research seminars and specialized courses on global capitalism and research design. She has advised numerous students and contributed to datasets on taxation, welfare policies, and interwar France, fostering collaborative research environments.