Dr. Luciano Pomatto

Professor

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Biography

Luciano Pomatto is a Professor of Economics and serves as the Executive Officer of Social Sciences at the California Institute of Technology. He obtained his Bachelor’s degree from the University of Turin in 2007, followed by a Master’s degree in 2009, and a Ph.D. from Northwestern University in 2015. Prior to his current appointment, he was an Assistant Professor at Caltech from 2016 to 2022. His research focuses on Microeconomic Theory, particularly in areas such as Economics of Risk and Uncertainty, Information Theories, Strategic Forecasting, and Bayesian Interactive Epistemology. He has contributed significantly to the field, examining the nuances of economic predictions and uncertainties. His work is recognized not only in academia but also in relevant discussions surrounding decision-making and predictions in economics.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

California Institute of Technology • Pasadena, CA

Teaching and conducting research in Economics, focusing on various aspects of Microeconomic Theory.

Assistant Professor

— Present

California Institute of Technology • Pasadena, CA

Engaged in teaching and research, building foundational knowledge in economics for students.

Requirements for California Institute of Technology

Doctorate Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent Strong background in mathematics and physical sciences
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Specialization Notes

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