Lab

Basic Information

The China Center for Behavioral Economics and Finance (CCBEF) Experimental Economics Lab was first established in 2010 and underwent renovation in 2018. It has now developed into a comprehensive laboratory to support research in the fields of experimental economics and finance, marketing, psychology and Bioeconomics. The lab provides logistic and technical support for economic and neuroscientific experiments to the Southwestern University of Finance and Economics and other partnering institutions. It serves as a platform for interdisciplinary integration and innovation, supporting cross-college and multidisciplinary collaboration. Tailoring experimental research methods according to different research and teaching needs, the lab enhances practical training and operational skills for both faculty and students.

The lab is equipped with a cloud server and up to 40 computer cubicle terminals. The terminals run z-Tree and o-Tree, and can also incorporate other bespoke experimental software.

The lab is also equipped with two EEG caps, one EEG data collection computer, and two eye-tracking devices. Software like eegoTMmylab, E-Prime, ASA, and Tobii Studio are installed for data collection and analysis for research and teaching tasks in the fields of neuroeconomics and marketing.

Since its establishment, the lab has received visits and attention from several universities and institutions, such as Sichuan Agricultural University and Chongqing Technology and Business University. It has also welcomed numerous domestic and international scholars and researchers for visits, collaborative research, and cooperation. The lab has helped many researchers apply for funding and publish articles in domestic and international journals.

Recruitment Poster

Experimental Economics Lab is Recruiting!

The Experimental Economics Lab's participant pool is established by the China Center for Behavioral Economics and Behavioral Finance at Southwestern University of Finance and Economics. It serves as a platform for posting experimental information and organizing experiments, primarily involving undergraduate students from Southwestern University of Finance and Economics. If you're interested in receiving experiment rewards while delving into fascinating economic knowledge, or if you aim to gain a deeper understanding of behavioral economics, behavioral finance, enhance your research skills, broaden your research perspective, engage in discussions with world-renowned behavioral economists and outstanding young professors, and participate in faculty research projects, then joining the participant pool of our lab is a fantastic opportunity!

01 - What are Economic Experiments?

In simple terms, decision-makers make natural decisions after understanding certain decision rules. The entire process is easy, enjoyable, and honest, requiring no specialized knowledge while providing substantial and real income based on decisions. Throughout, you only need to make your decisions, not showcase your ability.

Specifically, economic experiments mainly involve manipulating experimental environments or rules based on controllable conditions (assumptions) within the experiment's controlled setting. By observing subjects' behavior and analyzing the outcomes, economic theories are tested, compared, refined, and serve as a foundation for policy decisions.

02 - What are the Benefits of Joining the Participant Pool?

(1) Participating in experiments earns you income based on your decisions. For completed experiments so far, participants have earned income ranging from a minimum of 10 RMB to a maximum of 600 RMB per session. On average, the hourly income from experiments exceeds 50 RMB.

(2) Experiment participation offers flexible timing, often conducted on weekends or other free time. You can voluntarily sign up for specific experimental sessions based on your availability.

(3) Participating in experiments allows you to understand cutting-edge economic research methods, communicate with distinguished scholars in the field, and accumulate experience for future research endeavors.

03 - How to Register?

Please join the QQ group. For 2022 freshmen, please join 738416156. For senior students, please join 829482635. This way, you can receive experiment information updates and get your questions answered by the experiment administrators. The QQ group will periodically (about once a week) release experiment information. At that time, you can click on the provided link to register for specific experimental sessions.

We look forward to students actively participating in economic experiments, contributing to research, and gaining knowledge!