VICENTE CALABUIG ALCANTARA

Vicente Calabuig Alcantara is an Associate Professor in the Department of Fundamentals of Economic Analysis at the Faculty of Economics, University of Valencia. He is affiliated with the ERI CES (Economic and Social Behaviour) research institute and leads research within the CES Economic and Social Behavior group, focusing on behavioral and experimental economics.

• PhD in Economics, University of Valencia (1997)
• Thesis: Reputation and Commitment in Wage Negotiations
• Supervised by Dr. Gonzalo Olcina Vauteren

His research centers on the interplay between trust, cooperation, punishment, and cultural evolution in economic contexts. Using experimental and game-theoretic methods, he explores how social norms emerge, how institutions shape behavior, and how inequality and elite dynamics influence policy outcomes. His work spans behavioral economics, cultural transmission, team production, and political economy, with a strong emphasis on strategic interaction and institutional design.

His recent publications (2021–2024) show a clear trend toward understanding coordinated punishment mechanisms, intergenerational trust, and the socio-political origins of progressive taxation. These works reveal a deep engagement with experimental game theory and social dynamics, often linking micro-level behaviors to macro-level institutional outcomes.

While no formal scientific awards are listed, his sustained publication record in high-quality journals reflects significant scholarly impact.

He has supervised doctoral research and is actively involved in collaborative projects, particularly within the ERI CES institute. His work contributes to broader debates on social norms, cooperation enforcement, and the evolution of economic institutions.