Youngsoo Bae

Prof. Youngsoo Bae is a historian specializing in the history of American capitalism, affiliated with Seoul National University (Republic of Korea). He served as an External Senior Fellow at the Freiburg Institute for Advanced Studies (FRIAS) from October 2019 to July 2020. His research emphasizes analyzing capitalist development through power structures rather than purely economic frameworks, leading to ongoing projects including a historiographical essay and a multi-volume book.

His current work at FRIAS involves comparative studies of American capitalism, particularly exploring German capitalism to contextualize his research within broader global perspectives. Bae retired from teaching but continues to engage with historical narratives, integrating insights from Korean history and transnational comparisons.

Though no specific awards or grants are listed, his academic focus lies in reinterpreting economic systems through interdisciplinary lenses.