Chiara Sotis

Chiara Sotis is an Assistant Professor of Instruction in the Department of Economics at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), where she also earned her PhD in 2023. Her work bridges behavioral, environmental, and health economics, with a focus on experimental and survey-based research to inform public policy.

Her research centers on how individuals process information and form policy preferences, particularly in environmental and social domains. Drawing from behavioral economics, she uses randomized controlled trials (RCTs) and survey methods to study decision-making, cognitive processing, and the drivers of pro-environmental and pro-social behaviors. She is deeply engaged in translating theoretical insights into practical policy design, especially for contemporary societal challenges.

Chiara collaborates with international organizations such as the OECD’s SWACHE working group and ANSES, and her valuation studies have contributed to EU policy development. She is passionate about teaching (micro)economics and fostering critical engagement with economic models among students.

She has been recognized as being on the 2024–25 academic job market, indicating active pursuit of academic opportunities. Her interdisciplinary research has strong implications for welfare, well-being, and evidence-based policy.

Scientific Affiliations and Collaborations:

• OECD SWACHE Working Group
• ANSES
• London School of Economics (LSE) Department of Economics

She advises on behavioral public policy research and contributes to projects that integrate economic valuation with real-world policy outcomes. While no formal advisees are listed, her mentorship likely extends through her teaching and research collaborations.

Chiara maintains an active research presence and personal website, where she shares her work and invites academic exchange. She is based in London and can be reached at c.sotis@lse.ac.uk.