About
Hans Falck is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Economics at Lund University. He serves as Academic Director for the Trade Policy Training Centre in Africa (trapca), leading capacity-building initiatives in trade policy for developing countries.
Research Interests
- Development Economics, focusing on poverty reduction and economic development in African contexts
- International Economics, particularly effects of external shocks (export price volatility, capital inflows) on developing economies
- Resource wealth management and foreign aid effectiveness
- Development policy frameworks including PRSPs and Post-Washington Consensus
Publication Trends
Dr. Falck's research (2001-2006) centers on Mozambique and Cape Verde, analyzing how international economic forces shape development outcomes. His work bridges academic research and policy application through journals like Development Policy Review and policy publications by ODI/Sida, emphasizing practical implications for poverty reduction.
Scientific Awards
No awards listed.
Professional Activities
- Academic Director, trapca (2010-2024): Designed trade policy training programs for African officials
- Examiner for trapca assessments (2012-2023 and 2024)
- Active researcher in Lund University's "International Economics and Development Economics" network
Research Groups
Collaborates within Lund's economics research community on Sub-Saharan Africa development challenges, with work referenced in 4 policy sources and 90 Mendeley readers.
