Ronny Razin

Ronny Razin is Professor of Economics at the London School of Economics. His research explores behavioral and institutional interactions within political economy, public economics, and industrial organization.

Research Focus:
He investigates how cognitive biases influence societal outcomes, with emphasis on:

• Political polarization dynamics and voter behavior
• Media's role in shaping public opinion through information design
• Immigration challenges in societies with prejudice
• Innovation diffusion and knowledge ecosystems

Publication Trends:
Recent work (2015-2024) demonstrates consistent focus on belief formation under imperfect information. Key patterns include:

• Modeling correlation neglect in political/economic decisions
• Analyzing segregation mechanisms in diverse societies
• Examining media strategies in persuasion contexts
• Quantifying polarization feedback loops