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Cristina Bicchieri

S.J. Patterson Harvie Professor of Social Thought and Comparative Ethics at the University of Pennsylvania, whose research focuses on the intersection of philosophy, psychology, and game theory, particularly in understanding how social norms develop and evolve. She has worked with global organizations like UNICEF and the World Bank to apply her research in real-world settings.

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Nov 4, 2024 • 33min

Playing by the rules – a game theoretic view on social norms | with Cristina Bicchieri

Cristina Bicchieri, the S.J. Patterson Harvie Professor at the University of Pennsylvania, shares her insights on social norms through the lens of game theory. She discusses how these unwritten rules shape behavior and the critical role they play in driving social change. The conversation highlights the impact of social norms on harmful practices like open defecation and child marriage, emphasizing the need for understanding community behaviors. Bicchieri also explores the influence of norms on poverty dynamics, illustrating how they can transform social interactions.