Phillip Wichmann holds a unique double-degree MSc in Behavioral Economics from the University of Nottingham and Eberhard Karls Universität Tübingen. Additionally, he has a Bachelor's degree in Economics from the Hochschule Osnabrück, further solidifying his robust academic background.

Phillip gained valuable research experience as a Research Intern at Eberhard Karls Universität Tübingen. He contributed to the data analysis and literature reviews for projects on the effects of elite violence and state capacity in East Asia. His master's dissertation delved into the impact of cognitive ability on life insurance lapsation using the Karlson-Holm-Breen Method. In contrast, his bachelor's dissertation investigated the role of technological progress in shaping China's growth model. During his tenure at MKE, Phillip has worked on various projects, including behaviour change initiatives in Myanmar and enterprise surveys in Vietnam and Cambodia.

Phillip's primary interests lie at the intersection of behavioural science and microeconomics, encompassing areas such as health economics, behavioural finance, gender equality, industrial organization, and sustainability.