Glenn Ellison

Glenn Ellison is the Gregory K. Palm (1970) Professor of Economics at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Department of ECON. His research focuses on Economic Theory and Industrial Organization. Ellison's work includes studies on race-neutral alternatives to race-based affirmative action, as seen in his publication with Parag A. Pathak. He is affiliated with the MIT Economics department and can be contacted via email at gellison@mit.edu. His office is located in E52-424, and his assistant is Nicolena Antifonario-Capello. Ellison has received several honors, including the 2019 Distinguished Fellow award from the Industrial Organization Society, and has been a member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences since 2007.

Glenn Ellison is a Professor of Economics at MIT, known for his research in economics, particularly focusing on geographic concentration, mutual fund behavior, and industrial organization. His work explores how industries cluster, the role of risk-taking in financial markets, and the impact of learning and social interactions on economic outcomes. Ellison's research also examines pricing strategies, consumer search behavior, and the dynamics of economic publishing. His publications highlight the interplay between local interactions, strategic decision-making, and market structures, contributing to a deeper understanding of economic phenomena through empirical and theoretical analysis.