Hallgeir Sjåstad

Hallgeir Sjåstad is a Professor of Psychology & Leadership at the Norwegian School of Economics (NHH), Department of Strategy and Management. He is also affiliated with the FAIR Center at NHH and the Center for Conflict and Cooperation at New York University. His research integrates social psychology, decision-making research, and behavioral economics, emphasizing the role of social dynamics in individual cognition and behavior. Key themes include decision-making processes, intergroup relations, future thinking, and climate psychology.

His work employs large-scale experiments and global surveys, often collaborating with international teams. Recent studies focus on moral psychology (e.g., honesty perceptions, moral forecasting), climate change interventions, and the psychological mechanisms underlying pro-social behavior.

Articles highlight cross-cultural analyses of social norms, intergroup bias, and pandemic-related behavioral responses. Though no awards are explicitly listed, his prolific publication record underscores sustained academic impact. He advocates 'team science' and collaborates widely to address societal challenges like climate change and public health crises.