Mouhcine Guettabi

Mouhcine Guettabi is an Associate Professor of Economics & Finance at the University of North Carolina Wilmington, with a joint appointment in the Economics Department. He joined the ISER faculty in July 2012 and teaches courses in Urban and Regional Economics, as well as Health Economics.

• Education: Ph.D. in Economics from Oklahoma State University (2012), BBA in Finance from the University of Central Oklahoma (2004).

His research spans Regional Economic Analysis, Applied Microeconomics, and Econometric Modeling, focusing on the intersection of urban sprawl and health outcomes, consumer bankruptcy linked to obesity, and energy policy impacts. Publications reveal a strong emphasis on Alaska-specific economic challenges and health-related regional disparities.

Key trends in his work include leveraging econometric models to analyze sub-national economic behavior, health outcomes influenced by geographic and urban factors, and policy responses to resource-dependent economies. While no formal awards are listed, his contributions to ISER reports and regional policy analysis underscore his academic engagement.