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Robert L. Hicks is a Professor of Economics and Marine Science at The College of William and Mary, holding joint appointments in the Department of Economics and the School of Marine Science. He is affiliated with the Environmental Science and Policy Program and the Thomas Jefferson Program in Public Policy. With a Ph.D. from the University of Maryland and a B.A. from North Carolina State University, Hicks has been a visiting professor at institutions in Germany and Spain, including the University of Bonn and the University of Hannover. His research focuses on environmental and natural resource economics, welfare economics, and econometrics, with notable contributions to fisheries management, eco-labeling, and recreational resource valuation. He has served on the editorial board of Marine Resource Economics and received grants from the National Science Foundation, U.S. Department of Commerce, and philanthropic organizations like the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. His awards include the Alumni Fellowship Award and the Plumeri Award for Faculty Excellence.
Education:
- B.A., North Carolina State University
- Ph.D., University of Maryland
Research Interests: Environmental economics emphasizes sustainable resource management, while his work in econometrics advances quantitative methods for policy analysis. Key areas include recreational fishing valuation, eco-labeling impacts, and spatial modeling in fisheries. His research bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications in coastal and marine environments.
Grants & Awards:
- Recipient of grants from NSF, U.S. Department of Commerce, William and Flora Hewlett Foundation, and Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation
- Alumni Fellowship Award
- Plumeri Award for Faculty Excellence
Labs & Affiliations: Active in interdisciplinary collaborations, Hicks contributes to policy boards such as NOAA’s Science Advisory Board and aids in shaping environmental and marine policy through academic partnerships.
