Alexander Westkamp

Alexander Westkamp is an Associate Professor of Economics at the University of Cologne's Faculty of Management, Economics and Social Sciences, holding a Cluster position as Associated Investigator since 2019. His research focuses on theoretical market design with applications in behavioral economics and matching theory.

His primary research interests include:

• Market Design & Behavior
• Theoretical Foundations of Economics
• Matching mechanisms under complex constraints

His work analyzes strategic behavior in centralized matching systems, with significant contributions to understanding stability, strategy-proofness, and implementation in settings ranging from German university admissions to general trading networks.

Westkamp's publication record demonstrates consistent contributions to top economics journals, with recent work emphasizing trichotomous preferences, cumulative offer mechanisms, and flexible allotment systems. His research shows strong methodological rigor in game-theoretic modeling and mechanism design.

He advises doctoral students in market design and matching theory, though specific advisees are not listed in available materials. His research has been supported through his Cluster of Excellence position at the University of Cologne.

Westkamp maintains active collaboration with leading researchers including John Hatfield, Scott Kominers, and Vikram Manjunath, reflecting his integration within the international market design community.