Riko Stevens

Riko Stevens is a Lecturer in Economics at the University of Notre Dame Australia (UNDA; Fremantle Campus) and an Adjunct Research Fellow at the University of Western Australia (UWA). He holds a PhD in Economics from UWA and advanced degrees from the University of Auckland. His primary research focuses on the history of economic thought, particularly the intersection of economics and finance. His work has garnered recognition, including the HETSA Prize for Best Doctoral Thesis in 2022.

Education:

• PhD in Economics, University of Western Australia (2022)
• Master of Commerce with First Class Honours, University of Auckland (2017)
• Bachelor of Commerce (Honours), University of Auckland (2015)
• Bachelor of Commerce in Economics & Finance, University of Auckland (2015)

Research Interests: Riko’s work explores the historical development of economic theories, with a focus on speculative practices within classical and modern frameworks. He examines how figures like Marshall, Pigou, and Keynes shaped microeconomic principles, particularly regarding market dynamics and equilibrium. His analysis often bridges economic theory with institutional contexts and policy implications.

Awards:

• HETSA Prize for Best Doctoral Thesis 2022
• HETSA Prize for Best Masters Thesis 2017

Professional Roles: Treasurer of the Economic Society of Australia (WA Branch) since 2022. His contributions include editorial work and peer-reviewed research in journals like History of Economics Review and Revue Européenne des Sciences Sociales.