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Paul-Vincent Lombardi is an Associate Professor in the Department of Economics at San Jose State University's College of Social Sciences. His research focuses on household responses to income shocks, particularly in historical and developing economy contexts.
- Research Themes: Economic history, income inequality, agricultural economics, and policy analysis
- Email: paul.lombardi@sjsu.edu
- ORCID: 0000-0001-5635-1211
His work examines how negative income shocks, such as those caused by extreme weather events in the early 20th century US Cotton South, lead to long-term adverse outcomes in education, health, and employment. By analyzing historical data, he explores parallels with modern developing economies and potential policy solutions to mitigate persistent poverty.
Recent publications highlight connections between cotton production and racial violence, the impact of economic shocks on schooling choices, and mechanisms by which temporary income disruptions become permanent disadvantages. These studies employ interdisciplinary approaches spanning economics, history, and social policy.
