Dr. Sarah Zhang

Biography

Sarah Zhang is a Lecturer in Finance at the University of Manchester, where she also serves as the Programme Director for the MSc Finance. With a strong research background in Market Microstructure, Experimental Finance, Corporate Disclosure, and FinTech, her work contributes to contemporary discussions on open banking and cryptocurrencies. Sarah has an extensive academic network, including memberships in various professional bodies such as the American Finance Association and the European Finance Association. Over her career, she has held positions of influence including Associate Editor for the Global Finance Journal and has been active in organizing conferences and workshops, demonstrating her commitment to academic advancement and collaboration. She has received multiple awards for her research contributions, including the Young Economist award at the 5th Nobel Laureates Meeting in Lindau, and has been a recipient of various research grants aimed at assessing the societal impact of algorithmic trading on asset markets. Her educational qualifications include a Doctorate in Philosophy from Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, specializing in High-Frequency Trading in Financial Markets, as well as a Master's degree from Georgia Institute of Technology. Additionally, she has gained international research experience through visiting fellowships at prestigious institutions such as University of Edinburgh and ESSEC Business School, emphasizing her global engagement in finance research.

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