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Dr. Xinyu Fan serves as an Assistant Professor of Economics at the Cheung Kong Graduate School of Business (CKGSB) in Beijing, where he bridges rigorous economic theory with deep analysis of Chinese institutional history. Holding a PhD from UCLA (2018) and a Bachelor's in Economics and Finance from the University of Hong Kong, he examines power structures through interdisciplinary lenses with global relevance.
His educational background includes:
- PhD in Economics, University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), 2018
- Bachelor of Economics and Finance, University of Hong Kong
Dr. Fan's research program integrates four core domains:
- Game Theory: Modeling strategic interactions in political conflicts and institutional design
- Political Economy: Analyzing power transitions, legitimacy, and governance structures
- Industrial Organization: Studying market competition and organizational behavior
- Economic History: Uncovering historical roots of contemporary institutions
His signature contributions explore self-enforcing social orders amid power struggles, dynastic/family business succession mechanisms, and economic foundations of gender norms, frequently using Chinese historical contexts as natural laboratories.
Recent publications (2019-2023) reveal a cohesive trajectory where game-theoretic models illuminate historical Chinese institutions—from foot-binding practices to Manchu bureaucratic systems. This work demonstrates how economic theory decodes complex socio-political phenomena, with increasing emphasis on gender economics and minority rule dynamics.
Dr. Fan's scholarly impact is recognized through:
- UniCredit Foundation Best Paper Award on Gender Economics (for gender norm research)
- Multiple UCLA teaching excellence awards including Departmental First Prize
- Prestigious dissertation and departmental fellowships
- HKICPA case competition championship
Research support includes competitive UCLA fellowships, while his collaborative network spans institutions like HKU and international scholars. Though student advising details remain private, his research pillars suggest active mentorship in political economy and historical economics. At CKGSB, he contributes to initiatives examining China's institutional evolution through the school's unique China-global research lens.
