Professor, National Taiwan University, Taiwan
Dr. Chu-Ping Lo is a Full Professor at the Department of Agricultural Economics at National Taiwan University (NTU), specializing in international outsourcing and development economics. His research explores the effects of economic policy, trade, and digitalization on global markets. Dr. Lo holds a Ph.D. in Economics from the University of California, Santa Cruz, and has authored numerous influential papers in prestigious journals, including the International Review of Economics and Finance. He is known for his expertise in the nexus between globalization, technological advancements, and policy implications on economic development. His research has been widely cited, reflecting his contribution to the advancement of economic thought on international trade, digital economics, and labor market dynamics.
Profile
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Education
Dr. Chu-Ping Lo earned his Ph.D. in Economics from the University of California, Santa Cruz, in 2005. Prior to that, he obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Electrical Engineering from National Taiwan University (NTU) in 1994. His educational journey has shaped his interdisciplinary approach, blending economics with technological insights, especially in the context of international trade and development economics. Dr. Lo’s doctoral studies focused on the economic impacts of globalization, trade policies, and technological innovations, a foundation that has influenced his extensive research output over the years. His academic background gives him a deep understanding of both economic theory and the practical implications of technological advancements in global trade and development.
Experience
Dr. Chu-Ping Lo has held various academic positions throughout his career. He is currently a Full Professor at the Department of Agricultural Economics at NTU, a position he has held since 2018. He was previously an Associate Professor (2013–2018) and Assistant Professor (2006–2013) at NTU. Dr. Lo also served as a Visiting Scholar at UC Berkeley in 2012–2013, expanding his global academic perspective. He began his academic career at National Cheng Kung University as an Assistant Professor in Economics (2005–2006). Throughout his career, Dr. Lo has demonstrated a commitment to both research excellence and teaching, shaping the next generation of economists while contributing extensively to the global economic research community.
Awards and Honors
Dr. Chu-Ping Lo has received numerous accolades and research grants throughout his career. He has been awarded prestigious research funding from National Taiwan University, the National Science Council, and the Ministry of Science and Technology of Taiwan. These awards support his ongoing research into critical topics such as international outsourcing, wage inequality, trade elasticity, and the economic impacts of digitalization. His work has been widely recognized in the academic community, particularly for its relevance to current global economic challenges. Dr. Lo’s work continues to influence policymakers and economists, earning him widespread respect and recognition for his contributions to development economics and international trade research.
Research Focus
Dr. Chu-Ping Lo’s research is centered on international trade, economic development, and the impact of globalization on labor markets. His focus includes the economic implications of technological advancements, particularly in the context of outsourcing and digitalization. Dr. Lo has extensively studied how trade policies, technological sanctions, and international production strategies affect economic growth, wage inequality, and industrial productivity. His work often explores the intersections between technological development and economic policy, emphasizing how these factors shape global trade dynamics. His research also delves into the digital divide and its impact on comparative advantages across nations, aiming to provide insights that can guide future trade policies and global economic strategies.
Publication Top Notes
- Lo, Chu-Ping, Technological Sanctions, Research Capacity, and Unintended Consequences, International Review of Economics and Finance (SSCI), Dec. 2025 📚
- Chih-Hai Yang and Lo, Chu-Ping*, 2024. Demographic Structure and Comparative Advantages: Theory and Evidence, Annals of Economics and Finance (forthcoming) 📚
- Guang-Jong Fann; Su-Ying Hsu; Chu-ping Lo*, 2024. The Impact of Pro-Small Farmland Policies on Agricultural Productivity Gaps, Hitotsubashi Journal of Economics Vol 65, no. 2 📚
- Lo, Chu-Ping and Yi Lee*, 2024. “Digitalization, AI Intensity, and International Trade”, Annals of Economics and Finance 📚
- Tai, Yen-Po; Lee, Mai-Yu; Lo, Chu-Ping; Su-Ying Hsu*, 2023. “The Nexus of ESG Requirements and Industry Concentration”, Bulletin of Economic Research 📚
- Guang-Jong Fann, Su-Ying Hsu, Lo, Chu-Ping*, 2023. “Digitalization, Comparative Advantages, and Digital Divide” Chapter in the Print Book: “Competitiveness in the New Era” 📚
- Lo, Chu-Ping, 2023. “The New Cold War between the United States and China and China’s Food Self-Sufficiency”, Journal of Environmental Science and Agricultural Research 📚
- Lo, Chu-Ping, 2020. “Wage Inequality, Unemployment and Export-Oriented Policy”, Singapore Economic Review 📚
- Lo, Chu-Ping and Chih-Hai Yang, 2020. “Business Services, Trade, and Research Intensity”, Hitotsubashi Journal of Economics 📚
- Tashiro, Sanae and Lo, Chu-Ping, 2020. “When Social Norms Influence the Employment of Women: The Case of Japan”, Eastern Economic Journal 📚
- Lo, Chu-Ping. 2018. “China’s New Silk Road and China-EU Trade”, Annals of Economics and Finance 📚
- Su-Ying Hsu and Chu-Ping Lo*, 2018. “Market Concentration and Licensing Royalty in an Asymmetric Oligopoly”, 經濟論文 📚