Pengqing Zhang

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Pengqing Zhang is a prominent economist whose research explores the intersection of automation, labor markets, and public policy. With a focus on how technological change reshapes economic inequality, Zhang’s work provides critical insights into the societal implications of robotics and artificial intelligence. Their most-cited paper, "Automation, wage inequality and implications of a robot tax" (2018), has garnered 57 citations and stands as a seminal contribution to debates on how automation drives wage disparities and whether policy interventions like a robot tax can mitigate these effects. By rigorously modeling the trade-offs between technological progress and labor market equity, Zhang has advanced understanding of how automation affects different skill groups and proposed nuanced frameworks for taxation that balance innovation with social welfare. This work has been influential among policymakers and academics alike, sparking discussions on the future of work and the design of equitable tax systems in an era of rapid automation. Zhang’s research continues to shape the conversation on how societies can harness technology while protecting vulnerable workers.