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Ulrike Lepont is a CNRS Junior Professor at the Centre for European Studies and Comparative Politics (CEE) at Sciences Po. Her work bridges political science and sociology, with a strong focus on public policy, economic governance, and the evolving role of the state in Europe and the United States.
Research Interests: Her research centers on public investment policies in Europe, particularly examining how the state's economic role has transformed after the 2008 and 2020 crises. She introduces the concept of the 'investment state'—a model distinct from the regulatory or entrepreneurial state—to explain the paradox of increased public investment alongside austerity in non-investment areas. She also investigates health policies and the influence of expert networks ('peri-administration') in policy formulation.
Recent Research Trends: Her 2024 publications analyze the French and European 'investor state,' exploring its characteristics, origins, and effects. These works highlight a shift toward strategic public investment while maintaining fiscal discipline, reshaping the legitimacy and function of the modern state.
- Scientific Awards: No awards mentioned.
Advising and Grants: Ulrike Lepont is involved in the ANR-funded project 'Desorbercy' led by Philippe Zittoun, Patrick Hassenteufel, and Frédéric Lebaron, focusing on French economic policies post-2008 crisis. She has not listed any advisees or students in the provided text.
Labs and Research Teams: She is a member of the Centre for European Studies and Comparative Politics (CEE) at Sciences Po, a leading research center in political science and comparative politics, where she contributes to thematic research on state transformation, public policy, and European integration.
