Emtiaz Hossain Hritan

Ph.D. Student

Member Of:
  • School of Economics
Email Address: hritan@gatech.edu

Overview

Emtiaz Hossain Hritan is a Ph.D. candidate in Economics at the Georgia Institute of Technology, specializing in applied microeconomics with a focus on environmental, urban, and health economics. His research investigates the impacts of policies and events such as ridesharing services, infrastructure failures, and pollution on crime rates, public health, and social outcomes. Emtiaz’s work employs advanced econometric techniques, including causal inference and natural experiments, to provide data-driven insights into complex societal challenges. With over seven years of teaching experience, he is dedicated to creating inclusive, engaging learning environments. Emtiaz is committed to producing policy-relevant research that addresses the needs of diverse and underrepresented communities.

Faculty Advisor:
Dylan Brewer
Education:
  • M.A. in Economics, University of South Florida
  • M.S. in Economics, Georgia Institute of Technology
Research Fields:
  • Applied Microeconomics
  • Environmental Economics
  • Health Economics
Courses Taught:
  • ECON-2105: Principles of Macroeconomics
  • ECON-2250: Statistics for Econ

Interests

Courses

  • ECON-2105: Principles of Macroeconomics
  • ECON-2250: Statistics for Econ