Dr. Christopher Barrett

Professor

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Biography

Chris Barrett is the Stephen B. Janice G. Ashley Professor of Applied Economics and Management at Cornell University. He is also a professor at the Jeb E. Brooks School of Public Policy and a fellow of the Cornell Atkinson Center for Sustainability. Barrett serves as co-editor-in-chief of the journal Food Policy and has more than ten years of experience in teaching and research, focusing on agricultural economics and international development. He has received numerous awards for his contributions to teaching and research, including being elected as a fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science and the Agricultural and Applied Economics Association. His work predominantly explores topics related to food security, agricultural policy, and the impacts of socio-economic changes on food systems, particularly in emerging markets and sustainability contexts. He has authored several significant publications in renowned journals and has contributed to various book series. His teaching experience includes courses on contemporary economic controversies and applied economics research.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

1994-01-01 — Present

Cornell University • Ithaca, NY

Teaching and researching in the field of Applied Economics and Management.

Awards

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Elected Member

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Distinguished Graduate Teaching Award

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USAID Science Technology Pioneers Prize

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Chancellor’s Award for Excellence

Requirements for Cornell University

Master Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Listening
Required:15
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Architecture or related field
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Specialization Notes

Department of Architecture