Բարեւ | مرحباً | Hello, & Welcome! 

I am a PhD candidate in the department of Economics at Rice University. My research lies at the intersection of health economics and empirical industrial organization. Specifically, I study the design and regulation of health insurance markets and structurally similar markets, such as workers’ compensation, that combine public oversight with private provision. Before joining Rice, I completed a dual degree in Mathematics and Economics at the American University of Beirut. 

Outside of academia, I advise the Foundation for Armenian Science and Technology (FAST)'s Generation AI Program, a nationwide initiative preparing the next generation to lead in emerging technologies. 

My CV is available here and I can be reached out at salpy@rice.edu

Upcoming Presentations: 

• September 19-20: Southeastern Health Economics Study Group Conference. 

• October 24-25: CATO Institute Health Policy Workshop. 

• November 13-15: Association For Public Policy Analysis & Management Annual Fall Research Conference.

• November 22-24: Southern Economic Association Annual Meeting.