Date: September 10, 2024

By: Robert Wilson

Chang Hanwen, a distinguished expert in financial investment analysis and quantitative finance, has been formally acknowledged for his exceptional contributions as a peer reviewer for the Journal of Financial and Quantitative Analysis (JFQA) during his tenure from September, 2023, to September, 2024. His rigorous and insightful reviews significantly enhanced the journal's academic standards and global influence.

The Journal of Financial and Quantitative Analysis (JFQA), published by the Michael G. Foster School of Business at the University of Washington, is a leading international journal in financial economics. It is widely recognized for its high-impact research on topics such as quantitative investment strategies, financial market analysis, and data-driven decision models. The journal maintains a stringent reviewer selection process, inviting only top-tier scholars with proven expertise in their fields.

During his service, Chang Hanwen reviewed multiple manuscripts focusing on cutting-edge topics, including algorithmic trading, risk management in volatile markets, and machine learning applications in finance. His evaluations were praised for their depth, clarity, and constructive feedback, which helped authors refine their work and contributed to the publication of several high-quality papers.

"Chang Hanwen's expertise and meticulous review approach have been invaluable to JFQA," said Jarrad Harford, Managing Editor of JFQA. "His ability to identify key strengths and areas for improvement in submitted manuscripts has elevated the journal's reputation and ensured the dissemination of robust, innovative research in quantitative finance."

Chang Hanwen's dedication to advancing financial research underscores his commitment to academic excellence and further solidifies JFQA's position as a premier platform for scholarly discourse in financial economics.