Dr Bastian Westbrock

Associate Professor in Economics
Economics
Available For Postgraduate Supervision

About

I am Associate Professor at the Department of EconomicsMy research focuses on the role of social and economic networks in shaping a wide range of outcomes, from firms’ innovative capabilities and organisational learning to broader issues such as global income inequality. In recent years, I have enrichiched this research by exploring the game-theoretic and psychological foundations of network behaviour, particularly examining how peer interactions influence personal motivation and satisfaction.  

Previously, I held positions at the universities of Hamburg, Hagen, and Utrecht.

My personal website can be found here

Areas Of Expertise

  • social and economic networks
  • behavioural economics

Languages Spoken

  • German

Career Highlights

Teaching Interests

My teaching experience spans various areas of Microeconomics, including game theory, network economics, industrial organization, and behavioural economics. I actively integrate my research into my teaching, ensuring students engage with the latest developments in the field. Recently, I have conducted classroom experiments to examine the effects of learning interventions—such as personal study goals and AI support—on student outcomes. These experiments not only inform my own research but also provide students with valuable insights into the effectiveness of different learning strategies.

Research Collaborations