Begüm Güney

Begüm Güney is an Associate Professor of Economics at Ozyegin University's Faculty of Business. She received her PhD in Economics from New York University in 2011, following a Master's degree in Economics (2008) and a Bachelor's degree in Mathematics from Middle East Technical University (2005), where she ranked 1st in her department.

Her research focuses on Decision theory, Experimental economics, and Behavioral economics. Dr. Güney has developed theoretical models examining reference points, status quo bias, and aspiration levels in decision making, complemented by experimental validation. Her work bridges economic theory with psychological insights to understand real-world decision processes.

Dr. Güney's publication record demonstrates significant contributions to economic theory and experimental methodology. She has published in premier journals including Theoretical Economics, Journal of Economic Theory, and European Economic Review, with research spanning game theory, public goods, charitable giving, and fundamental choice mechanisms.

• Hakan Orbay Award for Young Researchers (2021)
• Science Academy's Young Scientist Award (BAGEP) (2021)
• Multiple research grants from the Scientific and Technological Research Council of Turkey (2013-2019)
• Russell Sage Foundation Grant in Behavioral Economics (2010-2011)
• Henry MacCracken Fellowship at New York University (2005-2009)

Dr. Güney has secured substantial research funding totaling over 60,000 Euros from Turkish and international sources. She teaches Microeconomics, Advanced Microeconomics, and Experimental Economics at Ozyegin University, contributing to the development of future economists through both research and education.