معرفی
Nicholas Feltovich is a Professor of Economics at Monash University, specializing in experimental economics, game theory, and behavioral economics. His research focuses on understanding strategic behavior in markets, bargaining institutions, and decision-making under uncertainty, with notable contributions to schizophrenia-related loss aversion studies and experimental political science. He holds a PhD in Economics from the University of Pittsburgh (1997) and a BS in Mathematics from Virginia Tech (1991).
Education
- PhD in Economics, University of Pittsburgh, 1997
- BS in Mathematics, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, 1991
Research Interests
His work explores experimental investigations of market institutions, bargaining power dynamics, and social norms. Key topics include the effects of communication in strategic interactions, the role of fairness perceptions in pricing, and the application of neuroeconomic methods to study decision-making impairments in schizophrenia. He has conducted influential studies on corporate social responsibility, leadership in public goods provision, and the impact of leniency programs on collusion.
Grant Activities
- Posted prices, bargaining and auctions: ARC-funded project (2014–2019) examining experimental economics of market mechanisms.
- Effect of bargaining power: ARC project (2013–2018) analyzing institutional and normative influences on bargaining outcomes.
Collaborations
He collaborates internationally on projects spanning behavioral ethics, experimental game theory, and schizophrenia-related economic behavior. His work contributes to the UN Sustainable Development Goal on Quality Education through applied research in decision-making frameworks.
