Murat KOYUNCU

Murat KOYUNCU is an Associate Professor at Bogazici University, specializing in Macroeconomics and Development Economics. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Washington. His research focuses on growth theory, income distribution, and the political economy of policy interventions. His work frequently addresses contemporary issues in Turkey, including electoral behavior, refugee education, and public procurement reforms. He has also contributed to global development studies, analyzing conflict impacts and social welfare programs in India and other regions.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Economics, University of Washington

Research Interests: Growth Theory, Macroeconomic Policy, Development Economics, Political Polarization, Refugee Studies, and the socio-economic effects of violent conflict. His recent studies explore computational methods for ideological analysis and the economic consequences of authoritarian governance.

Key Themes in Publications: His research spans computational social science, public policy evaluation, and institutional economics. Recent work highlights the intersection of political dynamics and economic outcomes in Turkey, with contributions to understanding refugee education programs and corruption in public procurement systems.

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