He received his PhD degree in Finance and Real Estate at Maastricht University in 2013. He also holds a second PhD degree in Economics from the Middle East Technical University. Dr. Yönder’s main research interests consist of securitized real estate (REITs), corporate finance, behavioral finance, green buildings and corporate sustainability. He has written several papers, some of which have been accepted for publication by the academic journals such as the Journal of International Money and Finance and the Real Estate Economics, and the Journal of Economic Geography. Additionally, Dr. Yönder has a book chapter published by the University of Pennsylvania Press. His research has been recognized and funded by research institutions such as the Real Estate Research Institute (RERI) and the Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI).