Björn Becker, a member of the IAAEU and the Chair of Personnel Economics at Trier University, completed a research stay at the German Institute for Japanese Studies (DIJ) in Tokyo from September 1 to December 31, 2024. This was made possible by the Max Weber Foundation's Japan Scholarship for Doctoral Candidates.
During his stay, Mr. Becker investigated how the educational status of wives compared to their partners influences the life satisfaction of women in Japan, especially in households with traditional norms. The DIJ supported him with interdisciplinary perspectives and contacts with professors from top Japanese universities.
A highlight was the presentation of his project in the DIJ study group. In this study group on topics about Japan, experts give 45-minute presentations to an international audience of specialists, followed by a discussion. Mr. Becker received valuable input for his work. He also presented his research at the Japan Economic Policy Association (JEPA) conference and attended the Japanese Economic Association (JEA) fall conference in Fukuoka.
During his stay, Mr. Becker investigated how the educational status of wives compared to their partners influences the life satisfaction of women in Japan, especially in households with traditional norms. The DIJ supported him with interdisciplinary perspectives and contacts with professors from top Japanese universities.
A highlight was the presentation of his project in the DIJ study group. In this study group on topics about Japan, experts give 45-minute presentations to an international audience of specialists, followed by a discussion. Mr. Becker received valuable input for his work. He also presented his research at the Japan Economic Policy Association (JEPA) conference and attended the Japanese Economic Association (JEA) fall conference in Fukuoka.
