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Toghrul Pashabayli serves as a Junior Research Fellow in Economics (part-time) at the School of Economics and Business Administration, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Tartu, while concurrently pursuing his PhD in Economics under the supervision of Professors Diana Eerma and Mariia Chebotareva. His dual role bridges advanced academic training with active research contributions in sustainable economic systems.
His educational trajectory includes:
- Master's Degree in Economics (2023) from the University of Tartu, with thesis titled "Circular Economy Practices: the Role of Institutional Factors in Forming Consumer Behavior in Estonia and Azerbaijan", analyzing institutional drivers of circular economy adoption across two distinct national contexts.
- PhD candidate in Economics (since September 2023) at the University of Tartu, researching "The role of institutional, economic, and technological factors in forming consumer and producer behaviour in circular economy", expanding his investigation to integrate producer perspectives and broader determinants.
His scholarly focus centers on circular economy mechanisms, investigating how institutional frameworks, economic conditions, and technological innovations collectively shape sustainable behavior among consumers and producers. Geographically anchored in Estonia and Azerbaijan, his work provides critical comparative insights into policy effectiveness across varying institutional landscapes. This research intersects environmental economics, behavioral theory, and sustainable policy design, offering actionable pathways for transitioning toward circular economic models in diverse socioeconomic settings.
