Samuel Demeulemeester

Samuel Demeulemeester is an associated researcher at the Triangle laboratory (UMR 5206) at the École Normale Supérieure de Lyon. He holds a Doctor of Economic Sciences degree, specializing in the history of economic thought and monetary policy. His research focuses on historical monetary reforms, particularly the 1930s '100% Money' proposal, and their implications for modern banking systems and economic policy.

Education:

• PhD in Economic Sciences (2019), ENS de Lyon
• M2 Research in History of Economic Thought (2015), Paris 1, Paris 8
• Masters in Public Administration and Local Government (2005–2006)

Research Interests:

• Monetary economics and reform
• History of economic thought
• Banking systems and financial regulation
• Sovereign money proposals and policy analysis

His work critically examines historical monetary policies to inform contemporary debates on financial stability and sovereign money frameworks.

Key Contributions: Demeulemeester's research bridges historical analysis with modern policy, emphasizing the separation of money issuance from banking operations. His 2019 thesis and subsequent publications explore Irving Fisher's theoretical contributions and the Chicago Plan debates.

Awards:

• ANDESE Thesis Prize Honorable Mention (2020)
• Warren J. and Sylvia J. Samuels Young Scholars Awards (2016, 2019)
• Postdoctoral Fellowship at Duke University (2021–2022)

Teaching & Engagement: Taught macroeconomics and economic history at École Centrale Lyon and ENS Lyon. Active in media commentary, including a widely shared article on central bank policies in The Conversation.