Leif Nelson

Leif Nelson is a Professor at the University of California, Berkeley, affiliated with both the Haas School of Business and the Department of Psychology. His research focuses on social psychology, judgment and decision-making processes, and improving scientific practices in experimental psychology. He emphasizes replicability, methodological rigor, and addressing biases in research.

His work spans experimental designs in consumer behavior, prosocial spending, and cognitive biases. Nelson has contributed to debates on replication in social science, publishing extensively on topics like p-curve analysis, specification curve analysis, and combating publication bias.

Recent publications highlight his commitment to validating research tools, auditing empirical studies, and advancing transparency in academic publishing. He has no listed advisees but collaborates widely on replication projects and methodological innovations.

Professional contact information includes the Department of Psychology administrative email (psychadmin@berkeley.edu) for non-clinical inquiries. His research aligns with UC Berkeley’s interdisciplinary approach to behavioral science and policy-relevant inquiry.