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Erica Pani is an Associate Professor in the Department of Geography and Environment at the London School of Economics. She graduated with a PhD in Economic Geography from Queen Mary University of London in 2016. Since joining LSE in September 2019, Pani has developed a heterodox approach to economic geography and urban planning. Her research aims to uncover and apply new theoretical and conceptual frameworks to pave the way for equitable economic systems by critically examining the dynamic interplay between economic practices and societal needs. Pani's work challenges and redefines traditional notions of value within economic structures, emphasizing the significance of recognizing diverse values that shape communities and environments. Her teaching philosophy is rooted in the belief that education should be interactive and transformative, inspiring students to think critically and reflectively. She uses a variety of engaging tools and activities to create a dynamic learning environment, with a focus on economic geography, research methods, and local economic development. Pani's research areas include the Value Approach to Political Economy, the marketization of higher education in England, and land tenure regularization in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.
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