Sahar Parsa

Sahar Parsa is a Visiting Assistant Professor at New York University's Department of Economics, with research focusing on the intersection of political economy, finance, cultural change, and gender dynamics. She employs causal identification, quasi-experimental methods, and machine learning to explore questions involving political institutions, social attitudes, and economic outcomes.

• Research Interests: Political Economy, Finance, Cultural Change, Gender Gap in Academia, and Political Representation.
• Recent Work: Analysis of historical female political power in Africa (2025), peer influence on writing style (2025), mentorship dynamics in academia (2025), and immigration's impact on innovation (2025).

Her work often intersects with policy implications and media coverage, including New York Times, Washington Post, and Vox. She teaches undergraduate and graduate courses at NYU.