Junnan He

Junnan He is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Economics at Sciences Po (temporarily on leave) and will be the Alliance Visiting Professor at Columbia University's Department of Economics starting Fall 2025. He holds a BSc in Mathematical Economics and Mathematics from the Australian National University (ANU), an MA in Economics from Washington University in St. Louis (WUSTL), and a PhD in Economics from WUSTL. His research focuses on econometrics, decision theory, model sparsity, stochastic choice models, and industrial organization.

Key research interests include variable selection in economic models, random choice models, Bayesian methods, and the application of econometric techniques to understand decision-making processes. His work has been recognized through prestigious awards such as the WUSTL Dissertation Fellowship (2017), the Best PhD SPEED Presentation at the OxMetrics Conference (2018), and the ANR Young Researcher Grant (2024) for his project on Complex Decision Making.

His publications span topics ranging from VC funding gender gaps to market concentration dynamics in renewables and theoretical advancements in utility models. He has contributed to both empirical and theoretical work in econometrics, bridging methodological innovation with applied economic questions.

Professional activities include organizing the IO/Metrics Seminar and maintaining an active presence in academic networks. His research agenda emphasizes bridging gaps between econometric theory and real-world applications in decision-making and market structures.