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Ivan Moscati is Professor of Economics at the Università degli Studi dell'Insubria, Varese, where he holds the position of full professor in the Economics Department. He is also a research associate at the Baffi Carefin Centre, Bocconi University, and the Centre for Philosophy of Natural and Social Science at the London School of Economics. Additionally, he teaches a course on the history of economic thought at the Università della Svizzera italiana (USI), where he is listed as a lecturer in the Faculty of Economics.
His research lies at the intersection of economic theory, history, and philosophy, with a focus on:
- History and methodology of utility and decision theory
- Behavioral and experimental economics
- Measurement in economics
- Philosophy of economic science
His recent publications reflect a deep engagement with both classical and modern decision theories, analyzing psychological narratives in economic models and conducting empirical studies on digital nudging. These works span theoretical, historical, and experimental domains, illustrating a multidisciplinary approach.
His scholarly contributions have been recognized with prestigious awards:
- Best Article Award, History of Economics Society
- Best Article Award, European Society for the History of Economic Thought
Moscati has authored two major books: Measuring Utility. From the Marginal Revolution to Behavioral Economics (Oxford University Press, 2019) and The History and Methodology of Expected Utility (Cambridge University Press, 2023). He is currently working on a third book, Classic and Modern Decision Theory: A History of Ideas (1650–2010). He collaborates with researchers like Luca Congiu on experimental projects, particularly on market behavior and the effectiveness of nudges. While specific students are not named, his role as a professor and thesis supervisor is implicit in his academic profile.
He is affiliated with several research centers:
- Institute of Economics (IdEP), USI
- Baffi Carefin Centre, Bocconi University
- Centre for Philosophy of Natural and Social Science, LSE
