Berno Büchel

Berno Büchel is a Professor in the Department of Economics at the University of Fribourg, Switzerland. He holds a Chair in Microeconomics and is affiliated with the Faculty of Management, Economics and Social Sciences. His research focuses on social networks, game theory, and microeconomic systems, with particular emphasis on strategic behavior, market dynamics, and information sharing.

Education and Career:

• PhD (Dr. rer. pol.) from Bielefeld University (2009)
• Habilitation in Economics from Hamburg University (2011–2015)
• Post-doctoral positions at Saarland University (2009–2011) and the University of St. Gallen (2015–2017)
• Visiting scholarships at Stanford University (2015), Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne (2006–2007), and other institutions

Research Interests:

• Analysis of strategic interactions in markets and networks
• Behavioral economics and information avoidance
• Labor market policies and migration impacts
• Trust dynamics and network structures

Key Contributions: His work spans theoretical and empirical studies, including analysis of peer-to-peer platforms, law enforcement mechanisms, and social learning in teams. Recent publications address misinformation dynamics and the economic implications of migration policies.

Teaching and Engagement: Leads the Chair of Microeconomics at Fribourg, offering courses on advanced economic theory. Maintains active collaborations with institutions globally, including the Liechtenstein-Institute.