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Nicolas Bottan is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Economics. His research interests focus on applied microeconomics, particularly leveraging behavioral insights to study important policy questions. Nicolas's work spans public finance, behavioral economics, and labor economics, utilizing empirical strategies and field experiments. Currently, he investigates how social comparisons influence behaviors, specifically examining their effects on location decisions and individual performance in contexts like sports and education. Additionally, he explores the social consequences of public policy, including the impact of legalized gambling on crime and the interplay between government and nonprofit service provision. Through his research, Nicolas aims to contribute to understanding how economic policies can affect individual choices and societal outcomes.
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