Luigi Pascali

Luigi Pascali is an Associate Professor of Economics at LUISS Guido Carli and holds affiliations with EIEF, Universitat Pompeu Fabra (currently on leave), the Institute of Political Economy and Governance (IPEG), and the Barcelona School of Economics (BSE). He is a research affiliate at the Centre for Economic and Policy Research (CEPR). His research focuses on Economic Growth and Development, Economic History, and Macroeconomics, with a strong emphasis on long-term historical analysis and institutional dynamics.

His work explores themes such as the impact of maritime technology on global development, the historical roots of economic inequality, and the interplay between religion, conflict, and economic systems. Notable contributions include studies on anti-Semitism in German regions over centuries and the enduring effects of Renaissance banking systems on modern economies.

• Awards: ERC Consolidator Grant (2024) for the 'Historical Roots of Global Inequality' project, and Investigador Ramón y Cajal research fellowship.
• Grants: Current ERC funding supports his exploration of historical determinants of inequality.
• Professional Activities: Co-organizes the Galatina Summer Meetings and BSE's 'Towards Sustained Economic Growth' workshop.

Pascali's research frequently integrates archaeological and historical data, bridging economics with interdisciplinary methodologies. His work has appeared in top journals like the American Economic Review and Journal of Political Economy.