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Jan Stoop is an Associate Professor at Erasmus School of Economics, with a research focus on measuring social preferences among humans. He utilizes lab experiments, primarily involving students playing computer-based games, to gather insights into the social preferences of participants. The findings from these experiments demonstrate that the degree of social preferences measured in the lab is applicable to real-world scenarios. In addition to lab studies, Jan conducts field experiments in natural environments involving non-student participants. His research extends to the design of optimal labor contracts, exploring scenarios in which employees exert effort relative to their supervisors. This involves investigating compensation schemes, particularly those that reward productive employees on a per-unit basis. Jan's work in behavioral economics aims to bridge the gap between theoretical insights and practical applications in economic behavior.
Department of Econometrics / MSc Econometrics and Management Science.