Hello, I'm
Timo Berg
Research Associate & Doctoral Candidate
Bridging Technology and Behavioral Economics through innovative research in blockchain, VR, and emerging technologies. Specialized in trust-building mechanisms and corporate governance applications.
About Me
Research Associate specialized in emerging technologies
Research Associate specialized in emerging technologies, including blockchain and VR in combination with Behavioral Economics. Strong foundation in business strategy, data analysis, and stakeholder management.
Ability to lead innovative projects and drive organizational goals in interdisciplinary fields. Currently pursuing doctoral research on trust mechanisms in blockchain technology and VR-driven emotional feedback systems.
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7+
Years Research
3
Doctoral Projects
4
Languages

Education
Academic foundation in economics and business administration
Doctoral Candidate in Economics
Brandenburg University of Technology
Research on behavioral economics, trust-building in blockchain and VR environments. Focus on emerging technologies and their impact on organizational behavior.
- Blockchain-driven management research
- VR emotional feedback systems
- Digital philanthropy and transparency
Master of Science in Business Administration
Brandenburg University of Technology
Specialized in Behavioral Economics, Innovation, and Marketing with focus on organizational economics.
- Behavioral Economics specialization
- Innovation management
- Marketing research methods
Bachelor of Science in Economics
University of Osnabrück
Foundation in economics with specialization in accounting, information economics, and systems.
- Accounting and financial systems
- Information economics
- Economic systems analysis
Professional Experience
Research and academic positions in emerging technologies
Research Associate (Full Time)
Brandenburg University of Technology
Chair of General Business Administration - Organisation and Corporate Governance. Projects on blockchain and VR with focus on corporate governance and transparency.
- Oversaw administrative tasks and budgeting
- Coordinated academic events and conferences
- Managed stakeholder communications
- Led blockchain and VR research projects
Certified Blockchain & DLT Manager
Certification: 21.95242-92628
Technical University of Munich
Executive and Professional Education program focused on blockchain applications for business processes.
- Advanced blockchain technology understanding
- Distributed ledger technology applications
- Business process optimization
Project Management (Intern)
Universidad EAFIT, Colombia
Managed cross-functional projects in higher education stakeholder management during international experience.
- International project coordination
- Cross-cultural team management
- Higher education sector expertise
Skills & Capabilities
Technology, economics, and people-centered skills
Emotional Intelligence
Emerging Technologies
Business Tools
Languages
Leadership & Management
Data Analysis & Research
Projects
Doctoral research in emerging technologies and behavioral economics

Blockchain-Driven Management
Enhancing Trust from a Behavioral Economic Perspective. Investigating trust mechanisms in blockchain technology and their impact on organizational behavior.

Digital Philanthropy Trust
Trust in Blockchain-Enhanced Digital Philanthropy: Exploring Security and Transparency in charitable giving and donation systems.

VR-Driven Emotional Feedback
Promoting Trust and Cooperation in Digital Entities through virtual reality applications and emotional feedback systems.

Honesty in Job Application Processes
Investigating deception and trustworthiness in German job applications. Large-scale survey experiment (1,600 participants) examining gender differences, risk preferences, and competitive behavior in hiring processes.

AI Ethics in Economics
Investigating ethical implications of AI-driven economic decisions. Focus on algorithmic bias, fairness in automated systems, and human-AI collaboration frameworks.

Inter- and Intragenerational Differences in Corrupt Behavior
The Development of Morals after German Reunification. Investigating differences in bribing decisions among two generations from East and West Germany in a corruption game study.
Teaching & Leadership
Academic instruction and leadership experience
Lecturer - Basic and Advanced Courses
Brandenburg University of Technology
Led courses in Behavioral Economics and Organizational Economics, supervised thesis projects in business administration and general economics.
- Course development and curriculum design
- Student mentorship and thesis supervision
- Academic assessment and evaluation
Seminar Leader
Brandenburg University of Technology
Conducted seminars on Corporate Development and Market Structures, facilitating interactive learning experiences.
- Interactive seminar facilitation
- Group discussion leadership
- Student engagement strategies
Lecturer
VWA Cottbus
Taught courses in Marketing and E-Commerce, bridging theoretical concepts with practical applications.
- Marketing strategy instruction
- E-commerce application development
- Industry-academia knowledge transfer
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