Jacco Thijssen
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Biography
Professor Jacco Thijssen completed his undergraduate studies in Econometrics & Operations Research at Tilburg University in the Netherlands, where he also completed a PhD. Before joining the Department of Mathematics he held academic positions at Trinity College Dublin and York's Department of Economics and the Management School (now School for Business and Society). He holds a visiting professorship at Lisbon School of Economics and Management (ISEG), University of Lisbon.
His main research interest is in mathematical models of investment under uncertainty (real options). His current work includes theoretical work that involves game-theoretic aspects (such as pre-emption and attrition) and ambiguity in the timing of investments, as well as applications in the areas of environmental and infrastructure investment.
Departmental roles
- Head of Section, Mathematical Finance
- PGT Programme Leader, Mathematical Finance
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