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Dr. Joan Nix is an Associate Professor of Economics and Director of the Quantitative Economics Major at Queens College, CUNY. She holds a Ph.D. in Economics from NYU and is a Phi Beta Kappa graduate of Queens College. Her research focuses on behavioral economics, corporate culture as behavioral risk management, net neutrality, crypto assets, and wavelet methodology. She has received the President’s Award for Teaching Excellence and advises students on academic and professional transitions.
Education:
- Ph.D. in Economics, New York University
- Bachelor’s Degree (Phi Beta Kappa), Queens College
Research Interests:
- Behavioral Economics
- Corporate Culture and Risk Management
- Crypto Assets and Blockchain Technology
- Regulatory Policy (Net Neutrality, Common Ownership)
- Wavelet Methodology in Finance
Recent Research Trends: Her work bridges economics and emerging technologies, emphasizing cryptoassets’ valuation, regulatory impacts on digital markets, and wavelet analysis for financial risk assessment. Collaborations with Bruce D. McNevin highlight technical innovations in financial modeling.
Awards:
- President’s Award for Teaching Excellence
Advising & Grants: Supported by alumna Mary O’Connor’s legacy fund, Dr. Nix employs teaching/research assistants and provides career guidance. Notable advisees include Andras Breuer (International Business/Economics double major and soccer team captain).
Labs/Teams: Collaborates with EU-based startups like Healhop and maintains ties with QC alumni for professional insights.
