His research focuses on the formulation of numeric simulation models of economic policy and outcomes. Balistreri's models have been used to analyze a diverse set of topics including global climate and commercial policy. He has also contributed to the literature on structural estimation and the empirical calibration of advanced models of industrial organization and trade. Prior to his entry into academics, Balistreri worked as an economist for the United States International Trade Commission. Dr. Balistreri holds a Ph.D. in economics from the University of Colorado -- Boulder.