Xuanzhe Hou

I am currently a senior undergraduate student in mathematics at the University of Michigan, originally from Changsha, China. I am applying to PhD programs for Fall 2027 admission.

My research lies at the intersection of economic theory, market design, and applied probability. I am particularly interested in how information structures, incentives, and uncertainty shape strategic interactions and stochastic dynamics, and how mechanisms and algorithms can be designed to achieve efficient and robust outcomes. My work is motivated by applications to matching markets, digital platforms, and large-scale multi-agent systems.

During my undergraduate studies, I am especially grateful to Prof. Sushil Varma, Prof. Tilman Börgers, and Prof. Yash Kanoria for their continued guidance and support.

In my free time, I enjoy cooking, exploring cuisines from around the world, and playing video games, especially those developed by Paradox Interactive. I am also interested in philosophy and classical Chinese literature, and enjoy writing.