Prof . Wesley Wilson | Alternative Social Media | Lifetime achievement Award
Prof . Wesley Wilson , University of Oregon , United States
📊 Dr. Wesley W. Wilson, a distinguished economist, has left an indelible mark on the field of transportation economics and industrial organization. With an illustrious career spanning over four decades, Dr. Wilson has made significant contributions to academia through his extensive research, teaching, and editorial roles. He obtained his Ph.D. from Washington State University in 1986 and has since held various prestigious positions, including Professor Emeritus at the University of Oregon, where he served as a Professor for over two decades. Dr. Wilson’s expertise extends beyond academia; he has been actively involved in numerous professional organizations, editorial boards, and committees, including the Transportation Research Board and the International Association of Maritime Economists. His dedication and contributions have earned him several awards and honors, including the Distinguished Transportation Researcher Award from the Transportation Research Forum. Dr. Wilson’s edited volumes and editor reports reflect his commitment to advancing knowledge in economics and shaping the discourse in his field. He continues to inspire and influence future generations of economists worldwide.
Professional Profiles:
🏫 Education:
- B.S.B.A. from the University of North Dakota, 1980
- M.A. from Washington State University, 1984
- Ph.D. from Washington State University, 1986 (Dissertation: “Transport Markets and Firm Behavior: The Backhaul Problem”)
👨🏫 Professional Experience:
- Professor Emeritus at the University of Oregon since 2021
- Held various professorial positions at the University of Oregon and Washington State University from 1986 to 2021
- Served as a research/teaching assistant and research assistant during his early academic career
🌐 Professional Affiliations:
- Active member of prestigious organizations such as the American Economic Association, European Association for Research in Industrial Economics, and Industrial Organization Society
- Involved with transportation-focused groups including the Transportation Research Board and International Association of Maritime Economists
🏆 Awards and Honors:
- Received numerous awards including the Distinguished Transportation Researcher Award from the Transportation Research Forum in 2018 and the Transportation and Public Utilities Group Distinguished Member Award in 2013
- Recognized for his teaching excellence with the University of Oregon Ersted Distinguished Teaching Award in 1996
📚 Publications and Editorial Contributions:
- Edited volumes and reports reflect his expertise in areas such as airline economics and international trade and transportation
- Served on editorial boards for prestigious journals including Economic Inquiry, Journal of Regulatory Economics, and Transportation Policy
🎤 Keynote Speaker and Committee Participation:
- Presented keynote addresses at various international conferences and served on numerous scientific and program committees
📚Publication Top Notes :
Estimation on stated-preference experiments constructed from revealed-preference choices
Citation : 281
Explaining Armington: what determines substitutability between home and foreign goods?
Citation : 251
Port efficiency and trade flows
Citation : 236
Cost savings and productivity in the railroad industry
Citation : 158
Tariff‐jumping FDI and domestic firms’ profits
Citation : 114