The evaluation criteria include how often the economists in question have been cited in the media, by the government, and by peers. The now emeritus JKU researcher placed 8^th in Austria. The economist placed second as an expert for his research about ‘under the table’ work and a shadow economy. In all of German-speaking Europe, he ranks at No. 20.

JKU Rector Meinhard Lukas congratulated Prof. Schneider and respectfully expressed his admiration for Prof. Schneider’s impactful work over the years.