Martin Beraja

Martin Beraja is an associate professor in the Economic Analysis & Policy Group at the Haas School of Business, University of California, Berkeley. His research focuses on economic analysis and policy, particularly the role of government policy in stabilizing business cycles and addressing challenges from digital and AI technologies. Beraja develops theory, employs novel data and empirics, and integrates these approaches to study these issues. He earned his PhD from the University of Chicago in 2016 and joined MIT in 2017 after a year at Princeton University. Beraja received a National Science Foundation CAREER Award in 2023. His work includes publications in top journals such as the Review of Economic Studies and the Quarterly Journal of Economics.

Martin Beraja is a macroeconomist whose research explores the implications of regional heterogeneity, monetary policy, and technological transitions. His work examines how regional business cycles and refinancing channels influence aggregate economic outcomes. Beraja also investigates the role of data-intensive innovation, particularly in AI, and its impact on economic policy and governance. His research includes studies on hyperinflation, menu cost models, and the effects of automation on productivity. Additionally, he analyzes the relationship between fiscal integration and regional stability, as well as the broader societal and institutional implications of AI-driven technological change. His publications highlight the interplay between innovation, property rights, and economic policy in shaping modern economies.