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Ömer Özak is an Associate Professor of Economics at Southern Methodist University and Research Fellow at IZA. His research investigates the historical origins of contemporary economic development patterns through interdisciplinary approaches combining economics, anthropology, and evolutionary biology.
Research examines how biogeographical, cultural, and technological factors shape economic outcomes across societies. Key focus areas include:
- Historical persistence of cultural traits
- Agricultural origins of time preference
- Ethnolinguistic influences on development
- Geographical determinants of innovation
His recent work analyzes global patterns of secessionism, linguistic coevolution, and trade dynamics. Teaches graduate and undergraduate courses in Macroeconomics and Economic Growth, applying quantitative methods to long-term development questions.
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