Kenneth D'Amica, who has been working part-time for AIER since 2008, has joined the Institute as a full-time research fellow. D'Amica received his B.S. in economics and english with a minor in mathematics from the University at Albany in 2007. He is currently finalizing his thesis to complete a M.S. in mathematics, also from the University at Albany. His research specialities include the business-cycle, employment and trade. D'Amica currently lives in Albany, NY.