My research connects theory with practice, providing evidence-based insights for investors, policymakers, and industry professionals. I study real estate markets with a focus on REIT performance, operational efficiency, productivity, ESG behavior, climate risk, and capital allocation. I also examine corporate finance topics such as firm behavior under geopolitical shocks and financial technology adoption, alongside emerging applications of generative AI, such as ChatGPT, in financial research, teaching, and data analysis.

I emphasize applied and data-informed learning, incorporating real market examples where appropriate. At UTEP, I teach courses in Business Finance, Money & Capital Markets, International Finance, Financial Management, Real Estate Finance, and Real Estate Investment. These courses introduce students to fundamental financial concepts, analytical tools, and practical applications relevant to banking, investment, and commercial real estate.

I lead UTEP’s Real Estate program, working closely with students, alumni, and industry partners to build a professional, practice-oriented learning environment. The program features field trips, site visits, career fairs, employer networking, and applied student projects that connect classroom learning with real-world experience. Through these initiatives, I foster industry engagement and support students’ career development in real estate.