Thomas Fujiwara

Thomas Fujiwara is an Associate Professor of Economics and International Affairs at Princeton University, affiliated with the Department of Economics and the School of Public and International Affairs. His research focuses on political economy, incentives, representation, voting behavior, and policy analysis. He explores topics ranging from the impact of social media on elections to gender-neutral job ads in tech sectors and the design of cash transfer programs.

His work combines experimental methods with rigorous econometric analysis, addressing issues such as electoral underperformance of women, information frictions in migration decisions, and the origins of pro-social behavior. He has published in leading journals like the American Economic Review, Econometrica, and the Journal of the European Economic Association.

Notable contributions include studies on Brazil’s voting technology and infant health, the runner-up effect in elections, and habit formation in voting behavior influenced by weather. His research often bridges theoretical frameworks with real-world policy implications, particularly in developing economies.