Prof. Kenneth Carlaw is a Professor of Economics at the University of British Columbia's Irving K. Barber Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. His research focuses on evolutionary economics applied to historical technological change, sustainable economic growth, and policy analysis. He holds a PhD from Simon Fraser University (2000) and previously held academic roles at the University of Canterbury. Education: PhD in Economics, Simon Fraser University (2000) His research interests include general purpose technologies (GPTs), climate justice policy, and the theoretical implications of evolutionary vs classical economic models. He co-authored the award-winning book Economic Transformations (2005), which won the 2006 Joseph Schumpeter Prize. Recent work explores green job potential in British Columbia and methodology for innovation policy assessment funded by Canada's Treasury Board Secretariat. His publications span evolutionary economics, productivity measurement, and technology policy, with notable contributions to understanding GPT-driven growth processes and policy frameworks for sustainable development. He leads research streams on climate justice and green economy transitions, funded by SSHRC and CIGI grants. Awards: 2006 Joseph Schumpeter Prize (for Economic Transformations ) Prof. Carlaw's advising and grants include SSHRC CURA funding for climate justice research (2010-2015) and Treasury Board projects on innovation spillover measurement. He collaborates closely with institutions like the Centre for International Governance Innovation (CIGI) on policy-relevant research. His work bridges macroeconomic analysis with practical policy design, emphasizing historical context and structural economic dynamics in addressing contemporary challenges like climate change and wealth distribution.
جستجوی استاد راهنمای دانشگاهی
برای مسیر پژوهشیتان، استاد راهنما، استاد دانشگاه و پژوهشگر مناسب را پیدا کنید و با آنها ارتباط بگیرید.
نمایش ۱۶-۳۰ از ۱۷۶ استاد راهنما
اطلاعات پروفایلها از صفحات عمومی دانشگاهها گرفته شده و ممکن است بهروز نباشد.
Nahim Bin Zahurمشاهده پروفایل
استادیار
Nahim Bin Zahur is an Assistant Professor of Economics at Queen's University, where he has been since 2020. He holds a B.Soc.Sc. from the National University of Singapore, and an M.A. and Ph.D. from Cornell University. His research focuses on Empirical Industrial Organization, Environmental Economics, and Energy Economics, with notable contributions to topics like LNG market dynamics, electric vehicle policies, and industrial policy impacts. Zahur has been recognized with the Louis Walinsky Fund Teaching Award (2016) for his pedagogical excellence at Cornell. In his research, he employs structural econometric models to analyze policy-relevant questions such as the trade-offs between long-term contracts and market efficiency in energy sectors, the role of government subsidies in accelerating technology adoption, and the spatial dimensions of market power in global commodity trades. His work frequently intersects with public policy, emphasizing evidence-based solutions for energy sustainability and industrial competitiveness. Education: B.Soc.Sc., National University of Singapore M.A., Cornell University Ph.D., Cornell University Teaching: Instructor for Environmental Economics (undergraduate/graduate) Instructor for Industrial Organization and Public Policy Key Contributions: Quantified welfare impacts of LNG market power Explored learning-by-doing effects in EV battery production Analyzed container shipping contract rigidities during economic cycles His interdisciplinary approach bridges microeconomic theory with applied policy analysis, addressing critical challenges in energy markets, environmental sustainability, and global industrial structures.
Hassan Benchekroun is a Professor of Economics at McGill University, specializing in environmental and resource economics, industrial organization, and international trade. His research integrates dynamic game theory to analyze strategic behavior in resource markets, climate policy, and transboundary environmental issues. He is actively involved in editorial roles for leading journals and contributes to policy-relevant research on sustainable resource use and energy transitions. Education: PhD, Université Laval (1998) Research Interests: His work spans several interconnected domains: Environmental and Resource Economics: Focused on optimal extraction of exhaustible and renewable resources, strategic interactions in common pool resource games, and the design of environmental policies under uncertainty. Industrial Organization: Examines mergers, cartels, and collusion in resource markets, especially how market structure affects sustainability and welfare. International Trade: Studies the implications of trade liberalization on resource depletion and environmental outcomes, including North-South technology transfer and patent regimes. Dynamic Games: Applies differential game theory to model long-term strategic interactions in resource extraction, pollution control, and coalition formation. Research Trends: Recent publications emphasize the intersection of energy transition and mineral constraints, analyzing how limited availability of critical minerals and recycling capabilities affect the shift to low-carbon technologies. His earlier work delves into the strategic behavior of OPEC and fringe producers, the profitability of mergers under environmental regulation, and the stability of international environmental agreements. Editorial and Professional Roles: Associate Editor, Journal of Economic Dynamics and Control (2021–) Associate Editor, Dynamic Games and Applications (2010–) Associate Editor, Resource and Energy Economics (2015–) Co-Editor, Environmental and Resource Economics (2013–2017) Teaching and Mentorship: He teaches advanced courses in environmental and natural resource economics, trade theory, and microeconomic theory at both graduate and undergraduate levels. He also leads PhD research seminars, fostering the next generation of economists in strategic environmental policy and resource management.
Elie Appelbaum is Professor of Economics at York University's Department of Economics. His research spans microeconomic theory, industrial organization, and international trade policy. Current research interests include trade agreements as insurance mechanisms, stochastic dominance in medical decisions, carbon tax policies, and dynamic conflict models. His work bridges economic theory with practical policy applications. Professor Appelbaum maintains an active research profile with publications in high-impact journals across microeconomics, trade theory, and applied game theory.
Devin Serfasمشاهده پروفایل
استادیار
Devin Serfas is an Assistant Professor and RDAR Chair in Applied Agricultural Economics and Risk Management at the University of Alberta's Department of Resource Economics and Environmental Sociology. He holds a PhD from the University of California, Davis (2024), an MSc from the University of Saskatchewan (2018), and a BSc in Agribusiness (2016). His research focuses on agricultural policy, markets, and farm management, with a particular emphasis on grain handling, R&D investment, intellectual property in agriculture, and agri-environmental policy. His work addresses issues such as soil carbon sequestration, R&D lag models, and wheat export sector dynamics. He has contributed to peer-reviewed journals like the Australian Journal of Agricultural and Resource Economics and the Annual Review of Resource Economics. Teaching roles include instructor for Intermediate Microeconomics and teaching assistant positions at UC Davis and the University of Saskatchewan. Education: PhD in Agricultural and Resource Economics, UC Davis (2024) MSc in Agricultural Economics, University of Saskatchewan (2018) BSc in Agribusiness, University of Saskatchewan (2016) Research Highlights: Analysis of soil organic carbon impacts on crop yields Comparative study of agricultural vs. industrial R&D lags Export congestion in Canadian wheat markets Affiliations: University of Alberta, Department of Resource Economics and Environmental Sociology
Nicolás Ajzenmanمشاهده پروفایل
استادیار
Nicolás Ajzenman is an Assistant Professor of Economics at McGill University , with affiliations at J-PAL and IZA. He previously held positions at the Sao Paulo School of Economics-FGV and the Inter-American Development Bank. PhD in Economics (Sciences Po) Master in Public Administration-International Development (Harvard University) Master's in Economics (Universidad de San Andres) BA in Economics (Universidad de Buenos Aires) His research focuses on applied microeconomics at the intersection of development economics , political economy , and behavioral economics , utilizing randomized control trials and quasi-experimental methods to study education, immigration, and corruption in Latin America. Recent publications highlight trends in democracy's impact on social preferences , behavioral interventions in education , and migration's socioeconomic effects . His work spans experimental designs, policy evaluation, and novel data sources for development contexts. Research Affiliate at J-PAL, IZA, EGAP, CSDC, ISID Associate Editor, Journal of Economic Behavior and Organization Ajzenman collaborates with Latin American governments through advisory roles (e.g., Inter-American Development Bank, Argentina’s Nudge Unit) and has conducted large-scale workshops in Uruguay, Dominican Republic, and Peru. His teaching includes advanced econometrics, behavioral economics, and development economics courses.
Mokhtar Tabariمشاهده پروفایل
استادیار
Mokhtar Tabari holds dual roles as an Assistant Professor of Economics at University Canada West and a Sessional Lecturer at the UBC Sauder School of Business. He completed a postdoctoral fellowship (2020–2021) at UBC Sauder following his PhD in Economics from the University of Calgary (2020). His research focuses on international economics, energy/environmental economics, and applied microeconomics with an emphasis on policy analysis and AI's economic impact. Education: PhD in Economics, University of Calgary (2020) MSc in Economics, Institute for Management and Planning Studies (2014) BSc in Industrial Engineering, Iran University of Science & Technology (2011) Teaching: Courses include Government and Business, Principles of Microeconomics, and Global Trading Systems. Recognized with the 2023 ACBSP Teaching Excellence Award for innovative pedagogy combining peer assessments and flipped classrooms. Research spans trade policy productivity effects (India case studies), energy storage policy, and education methodologies. Active in presenting at conferences like the Canadian Economic Association and GUS Research Conference. Current projects explore AI's socio-economic implications and live case studies in business education. Awards: ACBSP Teaching Excellence Award (2023) Carl O. Nickle Graduate Scholarship (2020) Globalink Research Award (2018) Grants & Experience: CREATE ME2 Trainee (2017–2020), Research Assistant to Dr. Alexander Whalley (2016–2020). Involved in Berkeley/Sloan Summer School in Environmental & Energy Economics (2017). Maintains active research collaborations through publications in Review of Economics and Statistics and Energy Economics . Engaged in interdisciplinary work bridging economic theory with practical policy solutions.
Prof. Sonia Laszlo is a Professor of Economics at McGill University’s Faculty of Arts, specializing in applied microeconomic analysis within economic development. Her research focuses on decision-making under uncertainty among subsistence farmers and the microeconomic effects of social policies on women’s well-being, particularly in Peru, Kenya, Paraguay, and the Caribbean. She employs experimental methods such as laboratory experiments, surveys, and randomized controlled trials. She is affiliated with the Centre Interuniversitaire de Recherche en Organizations (CIRANO) and the Grupo de Análisis para el Desarrollo (GRADE). As a co-founder and executive member of the Canadian Development Economics Study Group (CDESG), she bridges academic and policy communities in Canada. From 2016 to 2019, she served as Director of McGill’s Institute for the Study of International Development. Her research themes include gender norms, social protection programs, childcare access, and flood risk mitigation in Amazonian agriculture. Recent projects examine the impact of childcare subsidies on women’s employment in Kenyan urban slums and the transformative potential of graduation programs targeting gender equality. Notable contributions include analyzing long-term health consequences of civil conflict in Peru, the distributional effects of bribery in developing economies, and the role of ambiguity aversion in farming decisions. Her work emphasizes policy relevance, particularly in post-pandemic childcare provision and equitable economic recovery strategies.
Xingfei Liuمشاهده پروفایل
دانشیار
Xingfei Liu, PhD, is an Associate Professor in the Department of Economics at the University of Alberta's Faculty of Arts. His research focuses on labor economics and applied econometrics, with an emphasis on policy evaluation related to gender wage gaps, female labor participation, labor market institutions in China, and immigrant assimilation in the U.S. and Canada. He teaches courses such as Introductory Econometrics (ECON 399) and Econometric Theory and Applications (ECON 598), offering both undergraduate and graduate instruction in econometric methodologies. His research explores how public policies impact labor market outcomes, particularly for disadvantaged groups. Notable areas include the effects of housing policy on occupational mobility in China, the economic assimilation of immigrants, and the role of education expansion on crime reduction. Dr. Liu’s work employs advanced econometric techniques to analyze large datasets, providing evidence for policy design and evaluation. His publications span topics like hukou system reforms in China, risk attitudes influencing migration decisions, and the underestimation of U.S. immigrant earnings growth. While no awards are listed, his contributions to labor economics and policy analysis have been disseminated through peer-reviewed journals such as the China Economic Review and Quantitative Economics .
Nicholas Bedardمشاهده پروفایل
استادیار
Nicholas Bedard serves as an Assistant Professor at the Lazaridis School of Business and Economics, Wilfrid Laurier University, where he contributes to academic instruction and research within the economics discipline. His research specializes in game theory, microeconomic theory, mechanism design, and market design. These interconnected fields examine strategic decision-making among rational agents, foundational principles of economic behavior, and the structural design of efficient market institutions. His work provides critical insights for auction theory, resource allocation systems, and policy frameworks in complex economic environments, situated at the intersection of theoretical and applied microeconomics. No scientific awards are documented in the available information. Details regarding graduate student supervision, research grants, and collaborative projects are not specified in the provided materials. Professional activities appear centered on theoretical economic research and teaching within the university's business and economics framework.
- Economics
- Game Theory
- Microeconomic Theory
- +۲ مورد دیگر
Mario Samanoمشاهده پروفایل
دانشیار
Mario Samano is an Associate Professor of Economics in the Department of Applied Economics at HEC Montréal, a leading business school in Canada. His research focuses on industrial organization, environmental and energy economics, and applied econometrics. Dr. Samano holds a Ph.D. from the University of Arizona, with additional degrees from the University of Arizona and the Centro de Investigación y Docencia Económicas (CIDE). Education: Ph.D. in Economics, University of Arizona (2012) MA in Economics, University of Arizona MA in Economics, Centro de Investigación y Docencia Económicas (CIDE) Research Interests: Industrial organization with a focus on energy markets Environmental policy design and evaluation Applied econometric methods for policy analysis Market competition dynamics and regulatory frameworks His recent work examines topics such as renewable energy allocation efficiency, battery storage economics, and the impact of regulatory policies on electricity markets. He has published in top journals like the Journal of the Association of Environmental and Resource Economists and Energy Economics . Dr. Samano actively advises graduate students on research projects related to energy economics, competition policy, and sustainability. He serves as a researcher at CIRANO and is a key member of the IO Montreal Group, organizing conferences and workshops on industrial organization topics. His teaching spans microeconomics, industrial organization, and project evaluation at both undergraduate and graduate levels.
Ruqu Wang is a Professor of Economics at Queen's University, Canada, affiliated with the Faculty of Arts and Science. His research focuses on Auctions, Mechanism Design, Dynamic Games, and Behavioral Economics. He holds a B.Sc. in Mathematics from Fudan University and M.A./Ph.D. in Economics from Boston University. Wang has served as Professor at Queen's since 2001, with visiting roles at the National University of Singapore (2004-2005) and the University of Colorado Boulder (2003-2004). He has received the Department of Economics Award in Research Excellence (2002-2003). His research explores theoretical and applied aspects of auctions, contests, and game-theoretic models. Recent work includes studies on backward discounting, optimal prize allocation in contests, and signaling mechanisms in auctions. He has led numerous SSHRC-funded projects on topics like dynamic auctions, coalition formation, and sunk costs. Wang's academic service includes editorial roles at Annals of Economics and Finance , B.E. Journals in Economic Analysis and Policy , and Frontiers of Economics in China .
- Auctions
- Mechanism Design
- Dynamic Games
- +۴ مورد دیگر
Jorgen Hansen is a Professor in the Department of Economics at Concordia University's Faculty of Arts and Science, where he has served since 2000, progressing from Assistant Professor to Associate Professor and finally to full Professor in 2015. He held significant administrative roles as Associate Dean of the Faculty of Arts and Science (2010-2013) and Vice-Provost (2013-2016). His educational background includes a PhD from Gothenburg University. Hansen specializes in Labor Economics and Applied Econometrics, with core research interests in labor supply dynamics, education economics, welfare program participation, and immigrant integration in labor markets. His methodological expertise centers on structural econometric modeling and natural experiments to address policy evaluation challenges. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a dominant focus on the interplay between education, labor supply, and social welfare systems. His work consistently employs dynamic modeling approaches to examine skill accumulation, welfare state dependence, and immigrant labor market outcomes, with particular emphasis on Canadian and Swedish contexts. Key methodological contributions include innovative solutions to identification problems in returns-to-schooling estimation and welfare dynamics modeling. Hansen has supervised graduate students and participated in major research initiatives, though specific details of his advisees and grants are not provided in the source material. His research provides critical evidence for designing effective education and social welfare policies, particularly regarding human capital formation and immigrant integration.
Monica Morlaccoمشاهده پروفایل
استادیار
Monica Morlacco is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Economics at the University of Southern California. Her research focuses on international trade, macroeconomics, and market power, with a particular emphasis on firm-to-firm trade dynamics and market concentration. Her work includes publications in top-tier journals such as the American Economic Review and the Journal of Monetary Economics, with ongoing research projects related to productivity measurement in developing countries and market boundaries in networked economies. She collaborates extensively with economists like Vanessa Alviarez, Michele Fioretti, and Ken Kikkawa. Current Papers: "Labor Market Power, Self-Employment, and Development" (2025, AER) "Monetary Policy, Customer Capital, and Market Power" (2021, JME) "Concentration and Markups in International Trade" (NBER WP) Her research spans both theoretical and empirical analyses, addressing critical issues in industrial organization, trade policy, and macroeconomic implications of market power.
- International Trade
- Macroeconomics
- Market Power
- +۱ مورد دیگر
Ying Kongمشاهده پروفایل
دانشیار
Ying Kong is an Associate Professor in the Department of Economics at York University, affiliated with the Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies. He holds a PhD in Economics from Carleton University, an MPA from Carleton's School of Public Administration, and a BSc from Peking University. His research focuses on political economy, international finance, industrial organization, health economics, and applied microeconomics, employing game theory and computational methods. Notable research includes analyses of pharmaceutical competition, airline market dynamics, and national pharmacare policy conflicts. He has held roles at Statistics Canada, Industrial Canada, and Health Canada, as well as senior economist positions in China's Science and Technology and Education Ministries. Dr. Kong’s work frequently addresses price and pricing mechanisms in imperfectly competitive markets. His SSHRC-funded research (2006–2008) applied graph models to resolve conflicts in national pharmacare programs. He has published in journals such as Health Economics, Economics Letters, and the Review of Industrial Organization. His applied research spans policy evaluation, trade barriers, and healthcare financing. His teaching and administrative roles at York University include advising and supervising graduate students in economics and related fields. He maintains an active research agenda, integrating mathematical and computational tools to solve complex economic problems.