Jean-Pierre Benoît

Professor Jean-Pierre Benoît is an economist specializing in microeconomic theory, game theory, law and economics, and industrial organization at the London Business School. He holds a BA from Yale University and a PhD from Stanford University. Previously, he served as Professor of Economics and Law at New York University. His research explores voting theory, dynamic competition, behavioral biases, and institutional design, with publications in top-tier economics and law journals. He has been honored with the Best Teacher Award in the EMBA programme and is a fellow of the British Academy and the Econometric Society.

His research interests span game-theoretic analysis of legal systems, belief elicitation mechanisms, and polarization dynamics. Notable contributions include studies on attitude polarization, overconfidence biases, and strategic interactions in voting and auctions. His work integrates experimental methods with theoretical frameworks to address real-world phenomena like social polarization and institutional inefficiencies.

• Key Awards: Fellow of the British Academy, Fellow of the Econometric Society, Best Teacher Award
• Teaching: Lectures on core and elective courses for Master’s and PhD programs at London Business School
• Publications: Over 30 articles in prestigious journals, focusing on game theory, behavioral economics, and legal economics

Professor Benoît’s interdisciplinary approach bridges economics, law, and social sciences. His Think article on police reform critiques systemic issues using Bayesian reasoning, illustrating his commitment to applying theoretical insights to societal challenges.