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Mesias Alfeus
[edit]Dr. Mesias Alfeus (born 8 September 1989) is a Namibian-born South African academic and researcher specializing in quantitative finance, financial risk management, and mathematical modeling of financial markets. He is an Associate Professor in Financial Risk Management at Stellenbosch University and the Principal Investigator for the Quantitative Finance Research Programme (QFRP) at the National Institute for Theoretical and Computational Sciences (NITheCS). His research focuses on the application of mathematical and statistical methods to finance, particularly in the context of emerging markets.
Early Life and Education
[edit]Born in Onamutai, Ohangwena Region, Namibia, Alfeus demonstrated a strong aptitude for mathematics from a young age. He completed his Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and Physics at the University of Namibia, where he developed a keen interest in financial mathematics. He went on to complete his Honours and Master's degrees in Financial Mathematics at Stellenbosch University, graduating with distinction.
Alfeus earned his PhD in Quantitative Finance from the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), Australia. His doctoral research, which focused on stochastic modeling for financial markets, was recognized for its contributions to the understanding of market dynamics in emerging economies.
Academic and Professional Career
[edit]Dr. Alfeus began his academic career at Stellenbosch University, where he joined the Department of Statistics and Actuarial Science as a lecturer in Financial Risk Management. In 2024, he was promoted to Associate Professor, making him one of the youngest individuals to hold this position at the university. He is also the Principal Investigator for the Quantitative Finance Research Programme (QFRP) at NITheCS, where he leads various research initiatives focused on advancing financial modeling in the context of South African and Namibian markets.
Dr. Alfeus has gained recognition for his work on the South African Fine Wine Index (SAFW10), a model developed to assess fine wines as an investment asset. This research has been pivotal in demonstrating the potential of wine as a viable asset class for portfolio diversification. His contributions to this field have been published in well-regarded academic journals, and his work is frequently cited by fellow researchers in finance and economics (University of Stellenbosch News, Times Higher Education).
In addition to his research and teaching roles, Dr. Alfeus serves on the editorial board of the Journal of Futures Markets and is an active member of the South African Institute of Financial Markets (SAIFM). His expertise is regularly sought for high-level academic collaborations and industry consultations.
Research Contributions
Dr. Alfeus’ research primarily focuses on the application of mathematical finance in emerging markets, with a particular emphasis on pricing financial derivatives, asset pricing, and risk management. His work on the South African Fine Wine Index (SAFW10) has received significant attention as a pioneering effort to explore wine as a financial asset. His research demonstrates the potential of incorporating alternative assets like fine wine into diversified investment portfolios to improve risk-adjusted returns.
In addition to his work on the SAFW10 Index, Dr. Alfeus has published numerous papers on financial modeling techniques, such as stochastic volatility, jump diffusion processes, and their applications to pricing options and other financial derivatives. His publications appear in leading journals like the Journal of Futures Markets, Financial Innovation, and Quantitative Finance.
Selected Publications
1. Mesias Alfeus, Justin Harvey, Phuthehang Maphatsoe, Improving Realised Volatility Forecast for Emerging Markets, Journal of Economics and Finance, doi.org/10.1007/s12197-024-09701-x
2. Alfeus, M., Nikitopoulos, C. S., & Overbeck, L. (2024). Implied roughness in the term structure of oil market volatility. Quantitative Finance, 24(3-4), 347-363. doi:10.1080/14697688.2023.2291081
3. Alfeus, M. (2024). Navigating the JIBAR transition: Progress, impacts, readiness, and analytical insights. South African Journal of Science, 120(3-4). doi:10.17159/sajs.2024/17841
4. Peens, R., & Alfeus, M. (2023). SA Fine Wine Enhances Portfolio Growth. Personal Finance Magazine, 515(2023), 15-16 . Url https://hdl.handle.net/10520/ejc-monpf_v2023_n515_a13
5. Alfeus, M., & Collins, J. (2023). A novel stochastic modeling framework for coal production and logistics through options pricing analysis. Financial Innovation, 9(1). doi:10.1186/s40854-022-00440-8
Personal Life
[edit]Dr. Alfeus is married to Dr. Hileni Alfeus, and they reside in Stellenbosch, South Africa. In addition to his academic achievements, Alfeus is passionate about supporting educational initiatives in Namibia. He has been involved in community development projects aimed at improving access to education and enhancing the quality of teaching in rural areas (Namibian Sun).
Current Positions
[edit]- Lead Principal Investigator for Quantitative Finance at the National Institute for Theoretical and Computational Sciences[1]
- Editorial Board Member at the Journal of Futures Markets[2]
- Node leader of the InSPiR2eS Centre for Responsible Science[3] (IC4RS)
- Associate Editor at the International Journal for Theoretical and Applied Finance
References
[edit]- ^ "RESEARCH PROGRAMMES". NITheCS. Retrieved 2024-06-04.
- ^ "Bart Frijns on LinkedIn: Earlier this year, the Journal of Futures Markets opened two positions on…". www.linkedin.com. Retrieved 2024-06-04.
- ^ Aimee (2023-07-07). "Featured scientist: Mesias Alfeus". NITheCS. Retrieved 2024-06-04.
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