Fabio Sabatini

Fabio Sabatini is a Full Professor of Political Economy at Sapienza University of Rome and a Research Fellow at the Institute of Labor Economics (IZA). His work focuses on the intersection of communication technologies, social capital, and political behavior. He teaches Political Economy and Economics of Sustainable Development, and actively engages in public discourse through Substack newsletters like The Civic Economist.

His research explores how digital media shapes societal values, economic outcomes, and political preferences. Notable themes include the behavioral impacts of social media, the role of social capital in crises, and the geopolitical tensions between the US and EU under Trump's administration. Sabatini critiques policies that undermine academic freedom and democratic institutions, frequently analyzing authoritarian trends in global governance.

He maintains an extensive publication record with over 50 papers in peer-reviewed journals, focusing on topics like terrorism radicalization, disaster politics, and digital economy effects. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with empirical analysis, often addressing contemporary policy challenges.

Sabatini's academic networks include collaborations with institutions like the European Commission and IZA. His Substack articles and social media activity reflect a commitment to public engagement, translating complex economic concepts for broader audiences while critiquing populist policies and advocating for evidence-based governance.