Michael Murach

Dr. Michael Murach serves as a Research Fellow at the Chair of Macroeconomics, FernUniversität in Hagen, Germany, where he has been employed since February 2021. Prior to this, he was a Research Assistant and doctoral student at the same institution from 2014 to 2020. His academic journey includes a Master of Science in Economics from the University of Duisburg-Essen and Université Paris II (Panthéon-Assas) (2010-2013) and a Diplom-Kaufmann (equivalent to a Master's in Business Administration) from the University of Duisburg-Essen (2005-2010).

His educational background is detailed as follows:

• 2010-2013: Master of Science Degree in Economics, University of Duisburg-Essen and Université Paris II (Panthéon-Assas)
• 2005-2010: Diplom-Kaufmann (Master’s in Business Administration), University of Duisburg-Essen

Dr. Murach's research focuses on three primary areas: International Economics, Economic Development (including Innovation, Technological Change, and Growth), and Macroeconomics and Monetary Economics. His work often employs advanced econometric techniques to investigate the dynamics of economic growth, structural changes, and external shocks, with a particular emphasis on the Chinese economy and comparative studies involving East Asian economies such as Japan and South Korea. He has made significant contributions to understanding the trajectories of high-income transitions and the macroeconomic implications of geopolitical events like the China-U.S. trade war.

His recent publications demonstrate a consistent trend in applying cointegration and VAR modeling to analyze long-term economic relationships and short-term dynamics. Key themes include the impact of media coverage on trade wars, growth slowdowns due to structural changes, and the global determinants of commodity prices. This body of work positions Dr. Murach as a specialist in empirical macroeconomics with a regional focus on Asia.

No scientific awards are mentioned in the available information.

Regarding academic advising and research grants, the provided text does not specify any details. However, as a post-doctoral researcher, he likely participates in collaborative research projects under the guidance of senior faculty.

Dr. Murach is an integral member of the Macroeconomics research group at FernUniversität in Hagen, working within the Chair of Macroeconomics. This team focuses on theoretical and empirical macroeconomic research, contributing to policy-relevant insights in international and development economics.