Rossana Merola

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About

Rossana Merola is a prominent economist whose research sits at the intersection of labor economics, technology, and fiscal policy. Her work focuses on the transformative effects of artificial intelligence and automation on labor markets, employment, and economic inequality — topics of urgent relevance in today's rapidly evolving global economy. Merola's most influential contribution, "Economics of Artificial Intelligence: Implications for the Future of Work" (2019), has garnered an impressive 394 citations, establishing her as a key voice in debates surrounding AI-driven technological change and its consequences for workers and income distribution. By examining how AI differs from previous waves of technological disruption, her research provides nuanced insights into why fears of widespread job displacement deserve serious economic scrutiny. Her subsequent work, "Inclusive Growth in the Era of Automation and AI: How Can Taxation Help?" (2022), extends this analysis into the policy domain, exploring how fiscal instruments — particularly taxation — can be leveraged to counteract rising inequality driven by automation and robotics. This research speaks directly to policymakers grappling with how to ensure the gains from technological progress are broadly shared. Merola's scholarship bridges rigorous economic analysis with actionable policy recommendations, making her an important contributor to contemporary discussions on the future of work and inclusive development.