LSU Shreveport Professor Named to Editorial Boards
Reshad Osmani has been selected as an associate editor for two prestigious international economics journals.
Updated on Oct. 6, 2026 in People
Reshad Osmani, an assistant professor of economics at LSU Shreveport, has joined the editorial boards of Applied Economics and Applied Economics Letters. He will oversee peer review and research evaluation for the Taylor & Francis publications.
Why it matters
The appointments recognize Osmani's standing in the field, as both journals are featured on the Australian Business Deans Council Journal Quality List. This role allows him to influence the direction of economic research by shaping the selection of scholarly content.
Osmani has authored more than 30 research articles throughout his career. His new roles involve evaluating submitted research and providing publication recommendations for journals recognized by the Australian Business Deans Council.
The players
Reshad Osmani
He is an assistant professor of economics at LSU Shreveport and the William C. Woolf Endowed Rising Star Professor.
LSU Shreveport
This is the university where Osmani serves as a faculty member and researcher.
Taylor & Francis
This publishing company produces the journals Applied Economics and Applied Economics Letters.
The details
In his new capacity, Osmani evaluates submitted research papers and manages the peer review process for both publications. He continues to serve as an associate editor for the Journal of Healthcare Organization and Management alongside his faculty duties.
Timeline
October 6, 2026, marked the publication of news regarding his new editorial appointments.
Market Landscape
The appointment of regional faculty to international boards reflects a broader trend of academic integration into global research ecosystems. This positioning elevates the profile of LSU Shreveport within the competitive landscape of economic research publication.
These editorial roles enhance the academic reputation of LSU Shreveport, potentially attracting higher-caliber faculty and students to the university. Local researchers may also benefit from increased visibility within the global economics community through Osmani's expanded professional network.
The takeaway
Faculty involvement in leading journals serves as a metric for the quality and influence of research produced at regional universities. Staying connected to professional appointments highlights the ongoing contributions of local scholars to the global economic discourse.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by The Shreveport-Bossier City Advocate.
