Alexandros Kentikelenis

Dr. Alexandros Kentikelenis serves as Associate Professor of political economy and sociology at Bocconi University's Department of Social and Political Sciences, where he also directs the PhD program. Previously holding research positions at Oxford, Cambridge, and Harvard Universities, he brings extensive international academic experience to his current role in Milan.

His research concentrates on two primary domains: the political and social dynamics of global governance, and the practice of global health and social protection. Dr. Kentikelenis has authored three books and published over 50 articles in premier academic journals including the American Journal of Political Science, American Sociological Review, American Journal of Sociology, World Development, and The Lancet.

Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on international financial institutions, particularly the IMF, with recurring themes examining how structural adjustment programs impact social protection systems, bureaucratic quality, and governance structures globally. His work frequently intersects political economy with sociological perspectives on institutional change and global governance.

Dr. Kentikelenis has been recognized with significant honors including:

• Henrik Enderlein Prize for Research Excellence in the Social Sciences (2024)
• Multiple awards from professional associations for outstanding scholarly contributions
• Four research excellence awards from Bocconi University

His research has generated substantial international impact, receiving coverage from major media outlets such as the New York Times, Le Monde, El País, Reuters, and the BBC. The findings have directly informed parliamentary debates in the UK, Greece, and the European Parliament. Beyond academia, Dr. Kentikelenis has provided expert consultation to governmental bodies including Germany's Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development, international organizations like the World Health Organization, and NGOs including Oxfam International. He served as Vice-President of Greece's National Centre for Social Solidarity from 2020 to 2024, demonstrating practical application of his research in social policy implementation.