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Richard Snyder is a Professor of Political Science at Brown University, with a focus on comparative politics and political economy, particularly in Latin America. He previously served as the Director of the Center for Latin American Studies from 2010 to 2016 and as Director of the Political Economy Development Program at the Watson Institute for International Affairs. Snyder's research emphasizes the political economy of development and governance in Latin American regions, with particular attention to inequality and democracy. His recent work includes cross-national studies on the impacts of extractive industries, notably lithium mining, on sustainable energy transitions. Snyder has authored several notable books, including 'Politics of Neoliberalism: Reregulation in Mexico' and 'Countries: Subnational Research in Comparative Politics.' He has published extensively in renowned journals such as the 'Journal of Democracy' and 'World Politics,' with translations of his work in several languages and countries. An active voice in the field, he contributes to international discourses around comparative political theory and methodologies.
Department: Department of Economics