Need ideas for econophysics undergrad thesis topic

[bbnl1990]

Hi guys, I'm taking up BS. major in Physics, minor in Economics. It's a relatively new program in our school hence I cannot find theses by previous students in the archives.

I don't have chemistry subjects like my BS Physics counterparts, instead I have economics subjects and additional math/stat subjects like econometrics.

I'll be doing my thesis after a few months and I'm looking for a good topic. My would-be-adviser suggested mathematical modelling of prices (of stocks, gold, or any commodity in the market.) I think my thesis will look more like a work in applied math or statistics.

I thought of posting here to gain some of your insights. Please throw some of your ideas at me.

Thanks!

 

[TonyG]

Hi there! It's great to hear that you're pursuing a BS in Physics with a minor in Economics. It's definitely a unique program and I can understand why it may be difficult to find previous theses in the archives.

Your adviser's suggestion of mathematical modelling of prices is a very interesting topic. It combines both your knowledge in economics and your skills in math and statistics. You can definitely take this idea and expand it further by exploring different types of markets and commodities, and how mathematical models can be used to predict or understand price fluctuations.

Another idea could be to study the relationship between economic indicators and stock market performance. This could involve analyzing historical data and using statistical methods to determine which indicators have the most impact on stock prices. This type of research can have real-world applications for investors and financial institutions.

You could also consider looking into the use of artificial intelligence and machine learning in predicting stock market trends. This is a rapidly growing field and there is a lot of potential for research in this area. You could explore different algorithms and their effectiveness in predicting market movements.

Lastly, as an applied math or statistics project, you could look into the concept of risk management in financial markets. This could involve developing models to measure and manage risk, and analyzing their effectiveness in real-world scenarios.

I hope these ideas have sparked some inspiration for your thesis. Best of luck in your research!