Cass R. Sunstein

Cass R. Sunstein is a Professor at Harvard University, affiliated with the Department of Economics. He is the Robert Walmsley University Professor at Harvard and an Affiliate of the Department of Economics until June 30, 2023. He is also affiliated with Harvard Law School. Professor Sunstein is the founder and director of the Program on Behavioral Economics and Public Policy at Harvard Law School. His research interests include Administrative Law, Constitutional Law, Environmental Law and Policy, Employment Law, and Law and Economics, with a focus on Behavioral Law and Economics. He has authored numerous books and articles, including Nudge: Improving Decisions about Health, Wealth, and Happiness (with Richard H. Thaler, 2008) and Conspiracy Theories and Other Dangerous Ideas (2014).

Cass Sunstein is a scholar specializing in administrative law and behavioral economics. His research explores how legal frameworks can be designed to influence human behavior in ways that promote social welfare without infringing on individual freedoms. Sunstein's work often intersects with public policy, particularly in areas such as health, finance, and democratic governance. He has published extensively on topics like nudging, social norms, and the role of law in shaping decision-making. His research also addresses challenges such as misinformation, polarization, and the regulation of digital spaces. Through his scholarly contributions, Sunstein has significantly advanced the understanding of how behavioral insights can inform legal and policy design.