Walter Park

Walter Park is Professor of Economics at American University, where his research examines how intellectual property systems influence innovation and economic development. His work bridges economic theory and empirical analysis of technology markets.

Research focuses on:

• Patent systems and innovation incentives
• International technology transfer mechanisms
• Intellectual property rights in developing economies
• Market impacts of patent reforms

Recent publications analyze how patent strategies adapt to market uncertainty and the evolving role of intellectual property in global knowledge economies.