Young-Ro Yoon

Young-Ro Yoon is an Associate Professor in the Department of Economics at Wayne State University, affiliated with the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. His research focuses on Applied Microeconomic Theory and Industrial Organization, with expertise in strategic behavior, information economics, and game theory.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Economics, Cornell University, 2006
• M.A. in Economics, Seoul National University, 2000
• B.A. in Economics, Seoul National University, 1996 (Magna Cum Laude)

Research Interests:

• Analyzes strategic disclosure of information and its implications in competitive markets.
• Explores timing conflicts and second-mover advantages in new market entries.
• Investigates sovereign debt issuance as a signaling mechanism for information quality.
• Examines reverse price discrimination strategies in Bayesian buyer contexts.

Awards & Grants:

• 2023 President’s Award for Excellence in Teaching (Wayne State University)
• 2024 KER Travel Grant and Social Sciences Research Support Fund
• Multiple teaching excellence awards during his Cornell University tenure

Teaching & Advising:

• Teaches advanced courses like Microeconomic Theory (Ph.D.), Industrial Organization, and Game Theory.
• Course offerings span undergraduate to doctoral levels, including Principles of Microeconomics and Advanced Games of Strategy.