Profile

Associate Professor (Joint Appointment), Taipei School of Economics and Political Science, National Tsing Hua University; Associate Professor, Department of Economics, National Chengchi University

Research Interests

Awards and Honors

Selected Publication

• Wei-jen Wen*;Wen-Chieh Lee;Keng-Chia Chen, 2023.08, 'To Merge or to Help Related Firms Merge? Vertical Mergers in Cournot Oligopolies with Complementary Inputs, ' Academia Economic Papers, Vol.Accepted, pp.Accepted.(TSSCI)
• Chin-Hsien Yu;Jinsong Zhao;Ping Qin;Shinn-Shyr Wang;Wen-Chieh Lee*, 2022.08, 'Comparison of misallocation between the Chinese thermal power and hydropower electricity industries, ' Economic Modelling,.(SSCI)
• Xiuqin Wu;Jinsong Zhao;Dayong Zhang;Wen-Chieh Lee;Chin-Hsien Yu*, 2022.02, 'Resource misallocation and the development of hydropower industry, ' Applied Energy, Vol.306, No.2022, pp.118024.(SSCI, SCI)
  
  

Teaching

• Wealth of Nations: Economic Growth Theory and Practice

Semester: Fall 2024 | 11310TSE 603200 | 2 credits 
Module: 
Abstract
This course explores fundamental aspects of economic growth and development through detailed case studies. It focuses on understanding the mechanisms that drive economic prosperity across different nations and eras. Key topics likely include the role of technological advancements, government policies, resource allocation, and productivity enhancements in shaping economic outcomes. This course draws on some extensive research on growth dynamics, providing students with insights into how various factors contribute to the wealth of nations in a contemporary global context.

• Topics in Development Economics

Semester: Spring 2025 | 11320TSE 603000 | 2 credits 
Module: MED Core
Abstract
This course is devoted to selected development economics topics from dynamic and global perspectives. It begins by highlighting important empirical facts concerning growth and development in various countries at different development stages. Fundamental growth and development theory are then delivered to provide an outline of utilized methodology to explain empirical facts and to evaluate the consequences of commonly adopted development policies systematically. Topics include (i) technological changes and industrial transformation, (ii) skills, health and labor market development, (iii) demographic transition, (iv) inequality, (v) institutions and poverty problems, and (vi) political economy and global development. Cross-country empirical evidence and country case studies will be provided throughout the lectures. The primary purpose of this course is to help you strengthen the fundamentals of conducting research in these areas.