Marco Battaglini

Marco Battaglini is the Edward H. Meyer Professor of Economics in the Department of Economics at Cornell University. He is affiliated with the College of Arts and Sciences. His research interests include Political Economy, Economic Theory, and Contract Theory. Battaglini's work explores topics at the intersection of economics and political science, with a focus on understanding the mechanisms that shape economic and political outcomes. His academic profile can be accessed through the department's website.

Marco Battaglini is a Professor of Economics at Cornell University, specializing in microeconomic theory, information economics, political economy, and contract theory. His research explores the interplay between information asymmetry, strategic behavior, and institutional design in economic and political contexts. Key topics include dynamic contracting, legislative policy-making, public debt, and the role of information in shaping political outcomes. His work often combines theoretical analysis with experimental methods to evaluate the efficiency and equity of policy mechanisms. Battaglini's publications address issues such as the dynamics of public investment, the political economy of treaties, and the impact of self-control in peer groups. His research contributes to understanding how institutions and information affect economic and political decision-making.