Prabal K. De

Prabal K. De is a Professor of Economics at the Colin Powell School for Civic and Global Leadership, City College, City University of New York (CUNY). He serves as Chair of the Department of Economics and Business, is a doctoral faculty member at the CUNY Graduate Center, and a faculty affiliate at the CUNY Institute of Demographic Research.

Research Interests:

• Health Economics
• Labor Economics
• Public Health
• Development Economics
• Discrimination and Health Outcomes
• Mental Health and Economic Shocks
• Substance Use and Regulation

His recent research spans policy evaluation of the Affordable Care Act, impacts of recreational cannabis laws on alcohol and tobacco use, treatment quality for cancer patients, and socioeconomic determinants of health. His work bridges economics, public health, and medicine, often involving interdisciplinary collaboration.

Publication Trends: His recent articles show a strong focus on health policy, behavioral economics, and social determinants of health. He publishes in high-impact journals in economics, public health, and clinical medicine, reflecting a transdisciplinary approach. Key themes include regulation, equity, mental health, and global development.

Scientific Contributions:

• Published in American Journal of Preventive Medicine, Journal of Clinical Oncology, Journal of Health Economics, World Development, Medical Care, and others.
• Research funded by interdisciplinary grants focusing on health disparities, economic shocks, and public policy.

Advising and Teaching: He advises graduate students and teaches at undergraduate, MA, and PhD levels. While specific student names are not listed, his role as doctoral faculty indicates active PhD mentoring. He has contributed significantly to curriculum development in economics and public health.

Labs and Affiliations: Affiliated with the CUNY Institute of Demographic Research, enabling access to large-scale demographic and health datasets. His work benefits from institutional support across CUNY’s academic ecosystem, including the Graduate Center and City College.