Timothy Johnson

Timothy Johnson is an Associate Professor in the Actuarial Mathematics & Statistics department at Heriot-Watt University's School of Mathematical and Computer Sciences. His career spans academia, public engagement, and collaborations in energy systems research.

• PhD in Financial Mathematics (King's College London, 2006)
• MSc in Financial Mathematics (King's College London, 2002)
• BSc in Physics (Imperial College, 1990s)

Johnson's research focuses on optimal stochastic control, particularly stopping problems in generalized settings with applications to American options and real options. He also explores the historical development of financial mathematics, its ethical implications, and the role of probability in financial decision-making. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) related to economics and energy systems.

His publications highlight intersections of applied probability, stochastic processes, and energy economics, including methodological frameworks for power storage valuation and critical analyses of financial ethics. He has contributed to public discourse through media appearances (BBC, Business Scotland) and events like the Edinburgh Science Festival.

Scientific Awards

• RCUK 'One Hundred Big Ideas for the Future' Prize (2011)

Johnson has co-organized workshops on energy systems and collaborated with researchers like Mihail Zervos and Lorenzo El Ghandour. His work bridges mathematical rigor with practical applications in finance and energy markets.