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Francesco Turino is a Professor in the Department of Fundamentals of Economic Analysis at the University of Alicante, affiliated with the Faculty of Economic and Business Sciences. He is an active researcher and educator, with a strong presence in macroeconomic research and public policy analysis.
Academic Background:
- PhD in Economics, Pompeu Fabra University (2009)
- MSc in Economics, Pompeu Fabra University (2002)
- Laurea in Economics, University of Bologna (2000)
His research focuses on theoretical and applied macroeconomics, particularly tax evasion, the shadow economy, fiscal policy, and business cycle dynamics. He employs quantitative models such as DSGE frameworks and general equilibrium analysis to study issues like financial frictions, firm informality, and public debt sustainability. His work often draws empirical evidence from Spain and broader European contexts.
His recent publications (2022–2023) emphasize the interplay between tax evasion, fiscal policy, and macroeconomic stability. Trends in his research show a consistent focus on informal economic activity, its measurement, and policy implications, supported by rigorous econometric and modeling techniques.
Scientific Contributions:
- Published in top journals including Economic Journal, Review of Economic Dynamics, and European Economic Review
- Active participant in competitive public research projects funded by national and regional agencies
- Contributor to teaching innovation, especially in English-medium instruction in economics
Francesco Turino has directed or co-directed three doctoral theses and has been involved in over 10 public research projects in the last five years. He teaches advanced and undergraduate courses in macroeconomics, international macroeconomics, and econometrics. He has also contributed to teaching innovation projects related to bilingual education. He is part of the Macroeconomics and Financial Econometrics (MacroMetrics) research group at the University of Alicante.
