Regular biography
Ezra Oberfield is the Dick and Dale Reis Johnson Dean’s Professor in the Department of Economics at Cornell University. His research interests include macroeconomics and networks. Oberfield is affiliated with the College of Arts and Sciences and contributes to the undergraduate and graduate economics programs. He is involved in various academic initiatives, including research opportunities and student engagement activities. His profile page highlights his role in the Economics Department and his contributions to the academic community.
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Ezra Oberfield is an economist whose research focuses on the intersection of microeconomic data and macroeconomic phenomena. His work explores how technological diffusion, misallocation of resources, and organizational structures influence productivity and growth. Oberfield's publications examine topics such as the global spread of ideas, the role of education in long-run factor shares, and the impact of institutional enforcement on production efficiency. He also investigates the dynamics of firm behavior, including the effects of long-term relationships and contracting frictions on business performance. His research contributes to understanding macroeconomic trends through the lens of microeconomic mechanisms.