Business & Economics

I hold a doctorate in economics from the University of Cologne, following my studies at the University of Bonn and a scholarship-supported research tenure at the International Max Planck Research School. In 2012, I conducted research at the University of California, San Diego, before two formative years as a research assistant at the University of Erlangen-Nuremberg. I then served as a junior professor at the Mercator School of Management, University of Duisburg-Essen, and currently, I am a Lecturer above the Bar at the J.E. Cairnes School of Business & Economics.My research focuses on behavioral economics and management, investigating how non-monetary factors like fairness, inequality aversion, and cooperation influence decision-making. My studies incorporate field, lab, and online experiments, addressing ethical decision-making, inclusivity, and sustainable practices aligned with various UN SDGs, including gender representation in leadership (SDGs 5 & 16) and responsible consumption (SDG 12).I am also an experienced teacher across undergraduate to doctoral levels, covering topics like econometrics, behavioral economics, and strategic management. My international and interdisciplinary collaborations span the U.S. and Europe, enabling me to bridge academic insights with practical impact in both industry and academia.