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Niko Samuli JaakkolaView profile

Associate Professor

• Environmental and Resource Economics
• Climate Change Economics
• Dynamic Game Theory
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Niko Samuli Jaakkola is an Associate Professor at the Department of Economics, University of Bologna. He holds a DPhil in Economics from the University of Oxford and a BSc in Environmental Sciences from the University of East Anglia. His research focuses on climate change economics, environmental and resource economics, and dynamic strategic behavior, particularly in contexts involving intertemporal decision-making among agents, such as states negotiating carbon emissions reductions. He has published in top journals including the Journal of Public Economics , Journal of Environmental Economics and Management , and Journal of the Association of Environmental and Resource Economists . His research interests include the economics of stranded assets, carbon taxation, fossil fuel dynamics, and the role of technological breakthroughs in climate policy. He is affiliated with the CESifo network and OxCarre. Notable awards include the Policy Research Award at the INFER Annual Conference 2018 for his work on resource investment cycles. His teaching includes graduate-level courses on environmental economics and resource management. He has held academic positions at institutions such as the Ifo Institute in Munich and Aalto University in Helsinki, and his work spans theoretical contributions to dynamic games and applied policy analysis.

Matthias LangView profile

Associate Professor

• Microeconomic Theory
• Contract Theory
• Behavioral Economics
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Matthias Lang is an Associate Professor of Economics at Ludwig Maximilian University (LMU) Munich, specializing in applied microeconomic theory. He holds a PhD from the Bonn Graduate School of Economics and is Principal Investigator of the Collaborative Research Centre/Transregio 190 (CRC TRR 190) on 'Rationality and Competition.' He is also a CESifo Fellow. His research focuses on uncertainty, contract design, and behavioral economics, with applications to insurance fraud, tax evasion, and political competition. Lang has served as an Assistant Professor at Freie Universität Berlin and Humboldt University Berlin, and was a Senior Research Fellow at the Max Planck Institute for Research on Collective Goods. His work bridges game theory, mechanism design, and decision theory, addressing strategic uncertainty and contractual solutions to mitigate its effects. He has been awarded the Walther-Rathenau Award for Best Paper (2015) for his work on communicating subjective evaluations. His recent research explores ambiguous product information dynamics, narrative-based mechanisms, and the value of transparency in campaign promises. Lang actively contributes to academic communities through numerous presentations at international conferences and serves on editorial review boards for top journals.

Theodoros D. BratisView profile

Assistant Professor

• Macroeconomics
• Monetary Policy
• Fiscal Policy
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Theodoros D. Bratis is an Assistant Professor in Applied Macroeconomics at the Department of Business Administration and Management of the Athens University of Economics and Business (AUEB). He is affiliated with the School of Business Administration at AUEB, one of Greece's leading economic and business institutions. Dr. Bratis holds the following educational qualifications: BA in Economics from the University of Piraeus (2004) Master's degree in Financial Analysis for Executives from the University of Piraeus (2011) PhD in Monetary Policy and International Financial Markets from the Athens University of Economics and Business (2015) His research focuses on Macroeconomics, Monetary and Fiscal Policy, International Economics, Financial Stability, International Financial Markets, Applied Econometrics (with emphasis on Time Series Models), and Banking. His work primarily examines financial markets, sovereign risk, monetary policy transmission, and systemic risk within the European context, particularly during crisis periods such as the EMU debt crisis. Dr. Bratis has published extensively in recognized international scientific journals including the Journal of Financial Stability, Oxford Economic Papers, and Journal of International Financial Markets Institutions and Money. His publication record demonstrates a consistent focus on European financial markets, with particular attention to the Eurozone crisis period and its aftermath. His notable contributions include work on: Sovereign credit and geopolitical risks Monetary policy expectations and sovereign risk dynamics Systemic risk and financial stability during the Eurozone debt crisis Contagion effects in Eurozone bank and sovereign credit markets Impact of financial transaction taxes on market volatility Dr. Bratis serves as a reviewer for international scientific journals and has been a member of the Eastern Finance Association Conference Committee. He has also participated in Greek research programs, contributing to the national research landscape.

• Behavioral Finance
• Experimental Economics
• Applied Microeconomics
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Professor Morten Lau is a leading academic in behavioral finance and experimental economics, holding the position of Professor at Durham University Business School since October 2010. Previously, he served as Professor of Economics at Newcastle University (2008–2010) and held roles at Durham University Business School (2005–2008). Prior to academia, he worked as an Economist at Denmark’s Ministry of Business and Industry (1996–2005). His research focuses on applied microeconomics, behavioral finance, experimental economics, and public finance. Notable contributions include studies on risk aversion in game shows, temporal stability of prospect theory, and discounting behavior in field experiments. He has published extensively in top journals like Econometrica and American Economic Review , and co-authored influential works on behavioral econometrics and experimental design. Lau’s work integrates theoretical models with empirical analysis, emphasizing field experiments to assess real-world decision-making. His research often explores policy implications, such as tax reforms, social security incentives, and gambling risk mitigation. He has advised on economic policy in Denmark and contributed to understanding behavioral biases in financial markets and public health contexts. He leads the Center for Behavioral Economics and Finance at Durham University, fostering interdisciplinary collaborations. His current projects include longitudinal studies on discounting behavior and the psychological underpinnings of economic decisions.

• Public Economics
• Applied Economics
• Economic Theory
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Joanne Kathryn Roberts is the third President and Professor of Economics at Yale-NUS College. She previously served as Executive Vice President (Academic Affairs) from 2018–2022, overseeing academic and student programming. Her research focuses on public economics, particularly tax policy, charitable giving, and legal institutions. She holds a PhD from Queen’s University (Canada) and has held faculty positions at the University of Toronto, University of Calgary, and Yale-NUS. She is also set to become Vice President (Humanities and Social Sciences Research) at the National University of Singapore starting January 2025. Education: PhD in Economics, Queen’s University, Canada Masters in Economics, Queen’s University, Canada Bachelor’s in Economics, University of Waterloo, Canada Research Interests: Prof. Roberts examines how incentives shape behaviors in tax systems, legal frameworks, and charitable sectors. Her work bridges theoretical models with empirical analyses of policy impacts, particularly in tax evasion, fiscal regulation, and criminal justice systems. She has contributed to understanding complementarities between public and private protection mechanisms, optimal tax policy design, and parole decision-making dynamics. Awards & Recognition: Polanyi Research Prize Canada Research Chair in the Economics of Organizations (University of Calgary) Leadership & Service: Roberts serves on the NUS Asia Research Institute management board, NINEby9’s advisory panel (gender parity advocacy), and the Steward Leadership 25 awards jury. She previously chaired the Canadian Economics Women’s Network and co-edited the Canadian Journal of Economics . Labs/Teams: While no specific lab is mentioned, her research collaborations span institutions like the University of Calgary, Queen’s University, and NUS, focusing on applied economic policy analysis.

Toni MilunView profile

Lecturer

• Mathematics Education
• Financial Mathematics
• Business Statistics
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Toni Milun serves as a lecturer in mathematics and statistics at Algebra University of Applied Sciences, where he bridges theoretical concepts with practical business applications. His academic foundation includes a 1999 degree from the Faculty of Science and Mathematics at the University of Zagreb and a 2012 postgraduate specialist degree in Statistical Methods for Economic Analysis and Forecasting from the Faculty of Economics in Zagreb. He is currently completing his doctoral research in Economics at the Faculty of Economics in Rijeka. His research spans Mathematics Education, Financial Mathematics, and Business Statistics, with a distinctive focus on making complex quantitative concepts accessible through innovative pedagogical approaches. Milun's work consistently connects mathematical theory to real-world economic scenarios, particularly in SME financing, investment analysis, and statistical literacy for decision-makers. His publications reveal a strong emphasis on practical applications in Croatian business contexts and educational settings. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications shows dominant themes in financial mathematics (35%), business statistics (30%), and adult education (25%), with recurring subfields including percentage calculations in commerce, regression modeling of socioeconomic factors, and maritime/IT-specific mathematical applications. His research demonstrates consistent engagement with Croatian economic data and educational challenges. His notable recognition includes: Pride of Croatia award for special contribution to education Milun actively disseminates knowledge through public-facing initiatives rather than formal academic advising. He has co-authored a high school mathematics textbook and provides consulting services in applied mathematics and statistics, focusing on business problem-solving. His educational outreach generates significant impact through digital platforms and traditional media. He leads the www.tonimilun.com educational portal and television productions ('Školski sat' and 'Financijalac'), directing teams of educators, video producers, and subject-matter experts to create accessible mathematical and financial literacy content for diverse audiences across Croatia.

Maria LotzeView profile

Assistant Professor

• Managerial Compensation
• Sustainable Value Creation
• Bonus Deferral Mechanisms
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Maria Lotze is an Assistant Professor at the Chair of Accounting & Controlling at the University of Augsburg's Faculty of Business and Economics. She has been in this role since 2021, previously serving as a Lecturer (2015-2021) and Research Assistant (2010-2015). Education Bachelor’s in Global Business Management, University of Augsburg (2009-2012) Master’s in Finance and Information Management, Technical University of Munich and University of Augsburg (2012-2015) Doctorate, University of Augsburg (2020) Her research focuses on value-oriented manager compensation and innovation performance metrics . She has co-authored publications on topics like bonus deferral mechanisms and capitalized R&D expenditures , contributing to debates on sustainable value creation and corporate governance. Recent publications include textbook contributions on accounting fundamentals and financial statement analysis , reflecting her expertise in both theoretical and applied accounting. Her work integrates German Commercial Law (HGB) , IFRS , and US GAAP standards. Key Collaborations Worked with professors Wolfgang Schultze, Adolf Coenenberg, and Philipp Sandner Contributed to multiple editions of accounting textbooks

Andreu Sansó RossellóView profile

Professor

• Econometrics
• Economic Statistics
• Economic Time-Series
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Andreu Sansó Rosselló is a Full Professor of Applied Economics at the University of the Balearic Islands (UIB), where he is affiliated with the Faculty of Economics and Business and the Department of Applied Economics. He previously served as Head of the Department of Applied Economics (2003-2007) and Dean of the Faculty of Economics and Business (2013-2020). He has also held significant positions outside academia, including General Director of Economy for the Government of the Balearic Islands (2007-2011) and Director of the Institute of Statistics of the Balearic Islands (2008-2011). His educational background includes a Degree in Economics and Business from the University of Barcelona (1992) and a PhD in Economics from the University of Barcelona (1996). He previously held academic positions as assistant professor and associate professor at the University of Barcelona, associate professor at UIB, and Professor-tutor at the Open University of Catalonia. Professor Sansó Rosselló's research focuses primarily on econometrics, with specializations in economic statistics and economic time-series analysis. His work spans multiple disciplines including tourism economics, health policy, energy economics, and public finance. He has published extensively in top-tier journals such as Journal of Econometrics, Journal of Business and Economic Statistics, and Tourism Management. His recent work demonstrates a strong interdisciplinary approach, connecting econometric methods with practical applications in tourism, healthcare, and environmental economics. His publications reveal a consistent focus on applying advanced statistical techniques to real-world economic problems, particularly in tourism (7 of his 15 most recent articles) and methodological econometrics (5 articles), with additional contributions to health economics, energy economics, and public finance. Professor Sansó Rosselló leads multiple research initiatives as Main researcher for the Econometrics and Data Science (ECD) Consolidated R+D+I Group and the Economics and Data Science (UECD) R+D+I Unit, while also serving as a Member of the Topological Models for Fuzzy Information Processing (MOTIBO) Consolidated R+D+I Group. He teaches Econometrics, Statistical Learning and Decision-Making, and supervises Final Degree Projects across multiple undergraduate and master's programs at UIB, including the Degree in Business Administration, Double Degree in Business Administration and Law, Double Degree in Business Administration and Tourism, and Master's programs in Big Data Analysis and Data Analytics.

Peter MoffattView profile

Professor

• Experimetrics
• Econometrics
• Risk Attitude Analysis
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Peter Moffatt is a Professor of Econometrics in the School of Economics at the University of East Anglia. He is affiliated with the Norwich Institute for Healthy Aging, Centre for Behavioural and Experimental Social Science, Applied Econometrics and Finance, and Behavioural Economics research groups. His work focuses on Experimetrics—the econometric analysis of experimental economic data—and spans risk attitude modeling, financial econometrics, and consumer behavior. Dr. Moffatt has authored the 2015 textbook Experimetrics and delivered global Masterclasses on the subject. His research interests include risk preference analysis, bank borrower repayment dynamics, and consumer theory. Notable projects include a 2002–2005 Leverhulme Trust-funded study on experimental methods in economics. He advises PhD students on topics like econometric modeling of experimental data and discrete choice models. Key collaborations span international institutions, with recent work addressing volatility in energy and stock markets, pandemic impacts on financial systems, and gender differences in gambling behavior. Awards and fellowships are not explicitly noted, but his contributions to econometric methodology are widely recognized. Dr. Moffatt’s expertise includes advanced statistical techniques such as GARCH modeling, copula methods, and hurdle models, applied to diverse fields like credit risk assessment, public policy evaluation, and behavioral experiments.

M. Abu NaserView profile

Associate Professor

• Corporate Governance
• Behavioral Finance
• Developmental Economics
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Dr. M. Abu Naser is an Associate Professor at London Metropolitan University's Guildhall School of Business and Law, specializing in corporate governance, behavioral finance, and developmental economics. He has over 20 years of academic and commercial experience, including roles at multinational firms like Ford and Tesco. His research focuses on AI's impact on education and finance, ESG investments, and microfinance-driven poverty reduction. He actively supervises PhD candidates and chairs international conferences like the Organisation Governance Conference and CSR conferences. Education: Holds a Ph.D., MBA, PGCertEd, PG Dip, AAA, and certifications as a Chartered Management Banker (CMBE). His professional recognitions include Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) and Royal Society of Arts (FRSA). Research Interests: Combines interdisciplinary approaches to address real-world problems through the Centre for Applied Research in Empowering Society and Developing Economics. Key themes include digital technology's role in corporate sustainability, generative AI in academia, and stakeholder governance frameworks. Publications Trends: Recent work emphasizes AI applications in finance, ESG investing, and cryptocurrency's role in microfinance. His 2024 studies explore generative AI's dual-edged impact on higher education and ESG's role in corporate valuation. Earlier research established foundational work on microfinance's gender empowerment and post-Brexit investment dynamics. Grants & Awards: Secured multi-institutional grants through international collaborations. Notable achievements include transforming a struggling enterprise into a profitable venture and advising Japanese investors via German Chamber of Commerce. His leadership in organizing global conferences (e.g., IConGFESR) highlights strategic event management skills. Labs/Teams: Leads the Small Business Clinic supporting startups and SMEs. Collaborates globally with institutions like the University of London and Kirklareli University, Turkey, fostering innovation and cultural exchange.

Anthony WiskichView profile

Visiting Professor

• Climate Policy Analysis
• Environmental Economics
• Decarbonisation Strategies
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Anthony Wiskich is a Visiting Professor at the Australian National University's (ANU) Centre for Applied Macroeconomic Analysis, part of the Crawford School of Public Policy. He holds a PhD from ANU (2021) and has professional experience as a postdoctoral fellow at CSIRO, economist at the IMF, and IT consultant. His research focuses on climate policy design, decarbonisation pathways for synthetic biology and deep-sea shipping, optimal carbon pricing under climate tipping risks, and electricity market transitions. He also examines financing constraints for clean technologies and policy effectiveness evaluation. Research interests include: Decarbonisation opportunities in synthetic biology and shipping sectors Optimal carbon pricing mechanisms under climate uncertainty Clean-energy policy mix optimization Substitutability analysis between renewable and fossil fuel energy sources Financing barriers for green innovation Comparative effectiveness of climate policy instruments His recent work emphasizes: Quantifying methane vs. carbon dioxide climate impacts Evaluating ammonia fertilizer production innovations Analyzing wind/solar substitution dynamics Comparing carbon taxes vs. subsidy approaches Game-theoretic climate policy coordination Labs/Teams: Active contributor to ANU's Centre for Applied Macroeconomic Analysis research programs. Previously affiliated with CSIRO's postdoctoral program and IMF policy teams.

Mikael ElinderView profile

Professor

• Public Economics
• Behavioral Economics
• Health Economics
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Mikael Elinder is a Professor and Associate Professor at the Department of Economics, Uppsala University. He serves as Director of the Uppsala Center for Fiscal Studies and is a co-founder of Prexpect and Pregspect. His research combines applied economics with interdisciplinary approaches, focusing on empirical analysis of policy-relevant issues. Research Interests: Elinder's work spans public economics, behavioral economics, and health policy. Key areas include: Inheritance patterns and wealth inequality Voting behavior and political economy Pension systems and household finance Refugee migration preferences Energy consumption and pricing mechanisms COVID-19 vaccination behaviors His current research emphasizes health economics, prosocial behavior, and predictive modeling in healthcare. Publication Trends: Elinder maintains high scholarly output with recent work (2022-2025) focusing on: Intelligence-prosocial behavior relationships Ukrainian refugee migration patterns Pension literacy COVID-19 policy responses Environmental pricing reforms His empirical approach leverages large-scale registry data and behavioral experiments. Leadership & Affiliations: Beyond academia, Elinder co-founded health-tech companies Prexpect and Pregspect. He leads the Uppsala Center for Fiscal Studies, facilitating policy-relevant economic research.

Nina DorataView profile

Associate Professor

• Accounting
• Taxation
• Experiential Learning
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Nina Dorata, Ph.D., CPA , is an Associate Professor in Accounting and Taxation at The Peter J. Tobin College of Business within St. John’s University. She emphasizes experiential learning, leveraging the university’s diverse student population to foster cross-cultural collaboration and real-world skills. Her teaching style prioritizes hands-on engagement over traditional lectures, incorporating tools like financial labs and interactive clickers. Instrumental in introducing St. John’s students to the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program in 2007, which has recruited over 300 volunteers and secured $10 million in tax refunds. Guided students to a second-place finish in KPMG’s International Case Competition, highlighting her focus on practical problem-solving and professional exposure. Dr. Dorata’s work aligns with St. John’s Vincentian Heritage, preparing students to excel in interviews and professional environments by bridging classroom knowledge with applied experience.

Orhan TorulView profile

Associate Professor

• Macroeconomics
• Economic Inequality
• Political Economy
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Orhan Torul is an Associate Professor of Economics at Boğaziçi University 's Department of Economics since April 2022, with prior roles as Assistant Professor (2013-2022) and Visiting Assistant Professor at University of Oslo (2017). His research focuses on macroeconomics, economic inequality, political economy, public policy, and applied econometrics , with significant contributions to understanding Turkey's inequality dynamics. He has received multiple awards including Boğaziçi University Outstanding Achievement in Research Award (2023) , Science Academy BAGEP Award (2023) , and Fulbright Visiting Scholars Fellowship (2021-2022) . Education Ph.D. in Economics (2013), University of Maryland, College Park M.A. in Economics (2011), University of Maryland, College Park M.A. in Economics (2009), Boğaziçi University B.S. in Business Administration (2006), Middle East Technical University His research has produced 15+ peer-reviewed publications analyzing Turkey's economic inequality patterns (income, wealth, consumption), intergenerational mobility, labor market heterogeneity, and policy implications. Key findings include Turkey having Europe's highest income inequality and second-highest global wealth inequality in 2014, with significant welfare costs equivalent to 25-43% permanent consumption loss. His computational work demonstrates the value of heterogeneous-agent models in capturing Turkey's economic reality. Scientific Contributions Developed modified Aiyagari model for Turkey's inequality analysis Documented sector-specific income trajectory patterns Quantified welfare costs of inequality Established link between minimum wage growth and inequality reduction Provided microfoundations for macroeconomic policy analysis Torul has secured multiple Boğaziçi University BAP research grants including Standard BAP Project #20050 (2024-2025) on wealth dynamics, Standard BAP Project #13920 (2018-2019) on intergenerational mobility, and Start-Up BAP Project #9081 (2014-2017) on inequality measurement. His work continues to inform Turkish policymaking through empirical analyses of labor income heterogeneity, consumption patterns, and wealth distribution.

Aureo de PaulaView profile

Professor

• Econometrics
• Applied Economics
• Network Formation
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Aureo de Paula is a Professor of Economics at University College London (UCL), Department of Economics. He holds positions at several prestigious research institutions including the Centre for Microdata Methods and Practice (UK), the Institute for Fiscal Studies (UK), and CEPR. He is an elected Fellow of the Econometric Society and the International Association for Applied Econometrics, and a Turing Fellow (2021/23). His educational background includes: B.A. and M.Sc. in Economics from Pontificia Universidade Catolica—RJ (Brazil) in 1996 and 2000 M.A. and Ph.D. in Economics at Princeton University in 2002 and 2006 Aureo de Paula is an applied econometrician whose research focuses on the intersection of applied economic theory, econometrics and empirical microeconomics. His work spans methodological questions like the identification and estimation of multi-agent models, and empirical applications, mostly problems in developing nations and industrial organisation. His recent publications demonstrate expertise in network formation, environmental economics, health economics, and econometric methodology. His research has been featured in prominent media outlets including The Times, The Daily Mail, Economics Observatory, WSJ, and Chicago Booth Review. Professor de Paula has held significant editorial positions, including: Co-editor at the Journal of Econometrics (since 2023) Director for the Review of Economic Studies (2020-2023) Associate editor for The Review of Economic Studies, Journal of Business and Economic Statistics, Econometrics Journal, Econometric Reviews, and the Journal of Econometrics His scientific awards and recognitions include: Elected Fellow of the Econometric Society Elected Fellow of the International Association for Applied Econometrics Irving B. Kravis Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching at the University of Pennsylvania Faculty Education Award at UCL (joint with Dunli Li) ERC Starting Grant (2013) Turing Fellow (2021/23) Professor de Paula serves in important leadership roles, including as an elected member of the Econometric Society Council and as chair of its Latin America Regional Standing Committee from 2022 until 2025. His research has been supported by various grants, including the ERC Starting Grant, and he has collaborated with institutions like the Office for National Statistics and The Alan Turing Institute.