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Travis Edwards is a 2019-2023 Self Graduate Fellow pursuing a Ph.D. in economics at the University of Kansas. He received a B.S. (2019) in economics from the University of Texas at Tyler. His research focuses on developing a better understanding of the relationship between economic growth and environmental degradation, with the intention of implementing effective public policy addressing global environmental concerns. Previously, he worked in the health and safety industry and served as a medic in the military. After finishing his doctoral study, he plans on being a researcher in academia, government, or a non-profit research institute.
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Education
Education
The University of Kansas
Currently pursuing a Ph.D. in economics
The University of Texas at Tyler
Bachelor of Science in economics with honors, English & mathematics minor, magna cum laude
Publications
Publications
Peer-reviewed publications
Peer-reviewed publications
Edwards, T. and Gautier, L., 2020. Measuring net environmental impact from population growth and alternative energy. The Journal of Population and Sustainability. Available at: https://jpopsus.org/full_articles/measuring-net-environmental-impact-from-population-growth-and-alternative-energy/
Conference presentations
Conference presentations
Measuring environmental impact: The role of population on the EKC, 2018. Presented at National Collegiate Honors Council Conference in Boston, Massachusetts.
High fertility in Bolivia: Applying the Demographic Transition Model, 2017. Presented at Economics Scholars Program at the Dallas Federal Reserve Bank.
Employment
Employment
University of Kansas - Graduate Research Assistant (present)
Tyler Pipe – Safety Technician/Emergency Medical Technician (2011-2015)
United States Army – Medical Evacuation Team Leader (2007-2011)
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