Fenet Jima Bedaso | Climate | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Fenet Jima Bedaso | Climate | Best Researcher Award

PhD Candidate, Trier University United States

Fenet Jima Bedaso is an economist specializing in labor, development, and health economics, with a focus on gender and migration. She earned her Ph.D. in Economics from Trier University, Germany, in 2024 with summa cum laude distinction. Fenet has extensive research experience as a Research Associate at the Institute for Labour Law and Industrial Relations in the European Union (IAAEU). She has authored multiple publications in esteemed journals and presented at international conferences. Additionally, she has worked as a Finance Officer at ACJPS and a Tax Officer at the Ethiopian Revenue Authority. She actively contributes to community development through various initiatives.

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🎓 Education

Ph.D. in Economics (2019–2024), Trier University, Germany – Summa cum laude Dissertation: Essays on the Economics of Gender, Migration, and Labor Market Institutions. M.Sc. in Economics (2016–2019), Trier University Thesis: Gender and Entrepreneurship: Empirical Analysis Using the German Socio-Economic Panel (SOEP). MBA in Finance & Accounting (2013–2014), Cavendish University, Uganda Thesis: Corporate Governance, Internal Audit, and Financial Performance in Private Commercial Banks in Ethiopia. B.A. in Economics (2005–2008), Jimma University, Ethiopia Thesis: The Impact of Foreign Aid on Economic Growth in Ethiopia

💼 Experience

Research Associate (2019–2023), IAAEU, Trier University Conducted research on labor economics, migration, and gender studies. Presented papers at international conferences and organized academic events.. Student Assistant (2018–2019), Trier University Assisted in labor economics workshops and evaluated undergraduate exams. Finance Officer (2011–2016), ACJPS, Uganda. Managed payroll, financial budgets, grant proposals, and donor communications.Tax Officer (2009–2011), Ethiopian Revenue & Tax Authority Oversaw import/export taxation and customs clearance at Bole International Airport.

🏆 Awards & Honors

Best Paper Award (2022) – EU-Mediterranean and African Network for Economic Studies. Trier University Grant – Financial support for Ph.D. students with children. Civil Society Leadership Award – Open Society Foundation & DAAD. UNCTAD Training – Poverty reduction strategies in developing countries. Young African Leadership Award (YALI) – Public Management & Governance.

🔬 Research Focus

Labor Market Integration – Analyzing refugee and migrant employment trends. Gender & Workplace – Examining occupational segregation and pay gaps. Migration Economics – Investigating trade union participation among immigrants. Economic Empowerment – Studying the link between women’s jobs and domestic violence. Development Economics – Assessing the impact of foreign aid on economic growth.

 Conclusion

Dr. Fenet Jima Bedaso exhibits a strong research portfolio with notable contributions to economics, particularly concerning gender and migration issues. Her innovative approach and active dissemination of research findings position her as a compelling candidate for the Best Researcher Award. Addressing the identified areas for improvement could further elevate her standing in the academic community.

Publication

  • The Labor Market Integration of Refugees and Other Migrants in Germany

    • Author: F. Bedaso
    • Journal: GLO Discussion Paper
    • Year: 2021
    • Citations: 12

 

  • Immigrants and Trade Union Membership: Does Integration into Society and Workplace Play a Moderating Role?

    • Authors: F. Jima Bedaso, U. Jirjahn
    • Journal: British Journal of Industrial Relations
    • Volume/Issue: 62 (2), 262-292
    • Year: 2024
    • Citations: 11

 

  • Occupational Segregation and the Gender Wage Gap: Evidence from Ethiopia

    • Author: F. J. Bedaso
    • Journal: GLO Discussion Paper
    • Year: 2024
    • Citations: 1

 

  • Her Job, Her Safety? Domestic Violence and Women’s Economic Empowerment: Evidence from Ethiopia

    • Author: F. J. Bedaso
    • Journal: GLO Discussion Paper
    • Year: 2024

 

  • Immigrants and Trade Union Membership: Does Integration into Society and Workplace Play a Moderating Role?

    • Authors: F. J. Bedaso, Uwe Jirjahn, Laszlo Goerke

 

 

Erminia Florio | Development Economics | Young Scientist Award

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Dr. Erminia Florio | Development Economics | Young Scientist Award

Postdoctoral researcher at Università degli Studi Roma Tor Vergata,  Italy

Erminia Florio is a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Rome Tor Vergata and a research affiliate at HEC Montréal. Her research focuses on applied microeconomics, migration, development economics, and public economics. She is involved in various impact evaluation projects, particularly in migration-related studies. Florio has worked as a research assistant at prestigious institutions and has extensive teaching experience at the graduate level in economics, including courses on development, market regulation, and business.

Profile

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🎓 Education

PhD Economics and Finance, University of Rome Tor Vergata, Italy (2020). MSc Economics, University of Rome Tor Vergata, Italy (2016). Erasmus+ Exchange Program, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, Belgium (2015-2016). BA Economics, University of Roma Tre, Italy (2014)

💼 Experience

Postdoctoral Researcher, University of Rome Tor Vergata (2022–present). Research Affiliate, HEC Montréal (2023–present). Postdoctoral Fellow, HEC Montréal (2020–2023). Research Assistant, Professors Decio Coviello and Giancarlo Spagnolo (2020). Lecturer, University of Rome Tor Vergata and EIEF (2023–2025)

🏆 Awards and Honors

Best Poster Award, PopDays2023, Roma Tre University (2023). International Economy and Society Award, Centesimus Annus – Pro Pontifice Foundation (€20,000, 2021). Postdoctoral Fellowship, HEC Montréal (2020). PhD Scholarship, University of Rome Tor Vergata (2016)

🔬 Research Focus

Erminia Florio’s research interests include applied microeconomics, migration, development economics, and public economics. Her work addresses the socio-economic impacts of migration, attitudes toward immigrants, and the role of information in shaping public perceptions. She also investigates the legacy of historical emigration on attitudes toward immigration and corporate performance in Italy.

Conclusion

Erminia Florio is a highly promising young scientist whose research in migration, development economics, and public policy is making a significant impact. Her academic excellence, innovative research, and contributions to the global discourse on migration make her a strong candidate for the Young Scientist Award. As she continues to expand her research and teaching contributions, Erminia is poised to make even greater strides in the field of economics and migration studies. She has the potential to be a leading voice in shaping future policies and providing key insights into migration-related challenges.

Publications 📚

  1. Immigration and Perceived Social Position. Insights from an Unintended Survey Experiment
    Authors: A. Fazio, E. Florio
    Journal: B.E. Journal of Economic Analysis and Policy
    Year: 2023 | Volume: 23(2), Pages: 547–564 | Citations: 0

 

  1. Contact vs. Information: What Shapes Attitudes Towards Immigration? Evidence from an Experiment in Schools
    Authors: E. Florio
    Journal: Journal of Behavioral and Experimental Economics
    Year: 2022 | Volume: 96, Article: 101790 | Citations: 1