Neeltje van Horen

Neeltje van Horen is a Professor of Financial Economics at the University of Amsterdam's Faculty of Economics and Business, specializing in the Sectie Macro & International Economics. She is also a senior research advisor at the Bank of England. Her research focuses on the interplay between the financial sector and the real economy, particularly during crises. She translates insights from neuroscience, psychology, and economics into practical tools for everyday life through her upcoming book Ignite, which explores resilience and mental performance.

Roles & Affiliations

• Professor, University of Amsterdam
• Senior Research Advisor, Bank of England
• Author of Ignite (2025)
• Public Speaker and Media Contributor (e.g., The Times)

Research Interests

• Dynamic interactions between finance and the real economy
• Behavioral economics applications
• Neuroscience and psychological insights for practical decision-making

Publications & Media

• Upcoming book: Ignite (Bedford Square Publishers, 2025)
• Featured in The Times (March 2025) for research on financial crises