Oriana Bandiera

Oriana Bandiera is a Professor of Economics at the London School of Economics and Political Science, affiliated with the Department of Economics. Her research focuses on Development Economics and Organisational Economics. She holds the Sir Anthony Atkinson Chair in Economics and is a State Research Programme Director for the Institute for Government and Development Studies (IGC). Bandiera is also a Co-Director of the LSE-Gates Hub for Equal Representation. Her work explores the intersection of economic development and organisational structures, with a particular emphasis on institutional design and its impact on economic outcomes.

Oriana Bandiera Sir Anthony Atkinson Professor of Economics at LSE focuses on understanding how social and institutional factors influence economic behavior and outcomes. Her research explores the impact of social networks, incentives, and organizational structures on labor markets, public service delivery, and poverty reduction. She investigates how social preferences, workplace dynamics, and policy interventions shape individual and collective decision-making. Her work often employs randomized controlled trials and field experiments to generate evidence on the effectiveness of policies aimed at improving economic opportunities and social equity. Key areas of interest include social incentives, labor market reforms, and the role of institutions in development.