Thomas Mussweiler

Thomas Mussweiler is a Professor of Organisational Behaviour at London Business School. His expertise spans trust and cooperation, judgment and decision making, negotiation and influence, and social comparison processes. He has published over 90 articles in top-tier journals such as Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences and Journal of Personality and Social Psychology.

• Education: BSc and PhD from the University of Trier.

Research Interests: His work explores how social comparisons reshape self-perception, motivation, and performance, alongside broader themes in organizational psychology and behavioral economics. He investigates interpersonal processes, cultural behavioral mapping, and strategic negotiation tactics.

Article Trends: Recent publications emphasize cross-cultural behavioral analysis, bias mitigation in social perception, and evidence-based negotiation strategies. Topics align with his core interests in organizational behavior and social psychology.

• Scientific Awards:
  • European Young Investigator Award
  • Gottfried-Wilhelm-Leibniz-Award
  • Member of the German National Academy of Sciences

Teaching & Impact: With over 20 years of experience, he teaches organizational behavior, decision-making, and negotiation to diverse audiences. His research has influenced practical approaches to fostering trust and reducing unconscious bias in professional settings.