Francesco Guala

Francesco Guala is a Professor of Political Economy in the Department of Philosophy at the University of Milan. His work bridges philosophy of economics, experimental economics, and social ontology, focusing on institutional theory and the methodology of social science. He leads the PHILAB research center and has been awarded a €2 million grant from the Italian Ministry of University and Research for his project on 'The Normative Roots of Social Kinds'.

• Education: Advanced training in philosophy and economics, with a focus on interdisciplinary research

Research interests include the nature of social institutions, coordination problems in economic interactions, and the role of experimental methods in understanding social phenomena. His publications explore topics such as social ontology, institutional functions, and the philosophical foundations of behavioral economics.

Key contributions include Understanding Institutions: The Science and Philosophy of Living Together and The Methodology of Experimental Economics. He collaborates with economists and philosophers internationally, emphasizing applied philosophy to address real-world challenges in social science.