I employ formal and statistical models, along with case study analysis, to investigate issues in comparative and international political economy. My ongoing projects primarily examine the dynamic interaction of cultural traits and institutions. I use this framework to understand the abrupt collapse of religion in Quebec and some European countries, foreign sponsorship of ethnic rebellions, and the persistence or extinction of cultural traits.

Fields: Comparative and International Political Economy; Microeconomic Theory; Economic History 

I am always willing to talk about research and social issues in general. Just send me an email!

Email: btauger@stanford.edu