Michael Kosfeld

Prof. Dr. Michael Kosfeld is a Professor of Management and Microeconomics at Goethe University Frankfurt since 2008. He holds a PhD in Economics from Tilburg University (1999) and previously worked at the University of Zurich's Institute for Empirical Economic Research. His research focuses on behavioral and organizational economics, particularly experimental studies of social interaction, bounded rationality, and incentive psychology. He directs the Frankfurt Laboratory for Experimental Economics (FLEX) and the Center for Leadership and Behavior in Organizations (CLBO).

• Education: Mathematics/Economics (University of Bonn & Vienna Institute for Advanced Studies), PhD in Economics (Tilburg University, 1999)
• Roles: Director of FLEX and CLBO, Head of Management and Microeconomics Professorship

His work bridges theoretical and experimental approaches to organizational behavior. Notable contributions include analyzing meritocracy dynamics and incentive design. Former doctoral students include Jakob Famulok, David Poensgen, and Navid Sabet. He advises on bachelor's/master's theses and maintains active research collaborations through the university's experimental labs.