Harry Bloch
Curtin University
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Professional Summary: Professor Harry Bloch
Professor Harry Bloch is a distinguished economist and academic at Curtin University, Australia, with a prolific career spanning several decades. Renowned for his contributions to industrial economics, innovation, and economic theory, he has made a significant impact on both academic research and policy discourse.
Academic Background and Degrees
Professor Bloch holds advanced degrees in economics, reflecting his deep expertise in the field:
- PhD in Economics, University of Chicago, USA
- Master of Arts in Economics, University of Chicago, USA
- Bachelor of Arts in Economics, University of Michigan, USA
Research Specializations and Academic Interests
Professor Bloch’s research focuses on several key areas within economics, including:
- Industrial organization and market structure
- Innovation and technological change
- Competition policy and regulation
- Economic history and evolutionary economics
His work often explores the dynamics of market competition, the role of innovation in economic growth, and the implications for public policy.
Career History and Appointments
Professor Bloch has held numerous prestigious positions throughout his career:
- Professor of Economics, Curtin University, School of Economics, Finance and Property (current)
- Director, Curtin Business School Research Centre for Stronger Communities
- Previous academic appointments at institutions including the University of Tasmania and the University of Denver, USA
Major Awards, Fellowships, and Honors
Professor Bloch has been recognized for his contributions to economics with several notable distinctions:
- Fellow of the Academy of the Social Sciences in Australia (ASSA)
- Recipient of multiple research grants from the Australian Research Council (ARC)
Key Publications
Professor Bloch has authored and co-authored numerous influential works. A selection of his key publications includes:
- Schumpeter’s Price Theory (2017), Routledge
- “Technological Change in Australian Manufacturing” in Australian Economic Review (2001)
- “Innovation and the Evolution of Industry Structure” in International Journal of Industrial Organization (1995)
- “Pricing in Australian Manufacturing” in Economic Record (1992)
- Multiple edited volumes and book chapters on industrial economics and innovation
Influence and Impact on Academic Field
Professor Bloch’s research has significantly shaped the understanding of industrial economics and innovation policy in Australia and beyond. His work on market structures and technological change has informed both academic discourse and practical policy-making, particularly in the areas of competition and regulation. He is widely cited in scholarly literature and has contributed to the development of evolutionary economics as a framework for understanding economic dynamics.
Public Lectures, Committees, and Editorial Contributions
Professor Bloch is actively engaged in the broader academic community through various roles:
- Editor and editorial board member for journals such as Economic Record and Review of Industrial Organization
- Regular presenter at international conferences on economics and innovation
- Member of advisory committees on economic policy and research in Australia