Moses Shayo

Professor Moses Shayo is a faculty member in the Department of Political Economy at King's College London, affiliated with the School of Politics & Economics. His research focuses on the political economy of redistribution, nationalism, conflict, and international integration, with a particular emphasis on how social identity shapes economic and political behaviors. He holds office hours on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 10:00 to 11:00 at Bush House North East Wing, 30 Aldwych, WC2B 4BG.

His work combines empirical studies with theoretical frameworks modeling endogenous identities and behaviors. Notable contributions include analyses of consumer behavior, financial market participation, and the impact of conflict on ethnic bias. Shayo is part of multiple research groups at King's, including the Quantitative Political Economy Research Group, the Political Economy of Peace and Conflict Group, and the History and Political Economy Research Group.

Research Trends: His recent publications (2017–2021) emphasize experimental methods, field studies, and interdisciplinary approaches bridging economics and political science. Articles consistently explore intersections between identity, policy, and market dynamics.

Grants & Advising: While specific grants are unlisted, his involvement in multiple research groups suggests active grant-funded projects. No advisees are explicitly listed in the provided text.

Labs/Teams: Collaborates with the Quantitative Political Economy Group (bridging economics/political science) and the Political Economy of Peace and Conflict Group (analyzing conflict resolution and institutional design).