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Detlef Fetchenhauer is a Professor of Economic and Social Psychology at the University of Cologne, Faculty of Management, Economics and Social Sciences. He is affiliated with the Institute of Sociology and Social Psychology (ISS) and contributes to the Key Profile Area ‘Social and Economic Behavior’, which is part of the University of Cologne’s research excellence framework.
- PhD in Psychology (University of Cologne, 1997)
- Postdoctoral work at University of Groningen (2000-2004) and Cornell University (since 2001)
- Co-founder of the Centre for Social and Economic Behaviour (C-SEB) (founded 2015)
- Associate of the Cluster of Excellence ECONtribute: Markets & Public Policy (2019-present)
His research focuses on trust dynamics, emotional influences on decision-making, and evolutionary-social behavior in economic contexts. Key themes include:
- Risk perception and emotional forecasting in economic choices
- Cultural variations in civic virtue and punishment behavior
- Evolutionary underpinnings of altruism detection
- Gender differences in fear of crime and victimization
- Interdisciplinary integration of economic psychology and behavioral economics
- Third-party interventions in social justice scenarios
Publications reveal expertise in behavioral economics, experimental psychology, and evolutionary social theory. His work appears in journals like Journal of Behavioral Decision Making and Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin, emphasizing cross-cultural studies and game-theoretic models.
Scientific recognition includes the William Hamilton Postdoc Award (2002). Collaborations span institutions in Germany, the Netherlands, and the USA. His research aligns with the University of Cologne’s Excellence Strategy initiatives, particularly through the ECONtribute cluster.
