Fulvio Castellacci

Fulvio Castellacci is a Professor at the Centre for Technology, Innovation and Culture (TIK) at the University of Oslo. He served as Director of TIK from 2014 to 2022 and held roles at the Norwegian Institute of International Affairs (2007–2014), including Research Professor and Head of the Department of International Economics. His academic journey includes postdoctoral and doctoral fellowships at TIK (2000–2006).

• Education:
  • PhD in Economics, University of Rome La Sapienza (2005)
  • PhD in Innovation Studies, TIK Centre, University of Oslo (2004)
  • Master in Quantitative Methods for Economics, University of Rome Tor Vergata (2000)
  • Laurea in Economics, University of Rome La Sapienza (1998)

His research focuses on the economics of innovation, R&D policy, economic growth, and the interplay between technology and wellbeing. Recent work examines digital skills, green diversification, automation, and internet impacts on job satisfaction and societal welfare.

The 15 most recent peer-reviewed articles span 2016–2022, reflecting his expertise in innovation policy, digital transformation, sustainability, and labor economics. Publications address regional development, defense industry dynamics, and the effects of R&D incentives.

Castellacci has coordinated TIK and ESST Master programs (2015–2017), emphasizing innovation and development. He led completed projects on defense liberalization, innovation in Latin America, and tech policy, with insights into EU integration and developing economies.