Dr. Sakshi Ghai

Biography

Sakshi Ghai is an Assistant Professor in Psychological and Behavioral Science at the London School of Economics and Political Science. She previously worked as a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Oxford Internet Institute, University of Oxford, and holds a Junior Research Fellowship at Linacre College, University of Oxford. Her research focuses on the intersection of digital technologies and young people's well-being, involving both applied research and meta-scientific studies on diversity in behavioral science. Sakshi's PhD centered on a culturally informed approach to understanding the nuanced risks and benefits that digital inclusion presents to hard-to-reach groups, particularly rural girls and adolescents in developing regions. She aims to diversify research samples and address key issues concerning representation and generalizability in open science. Her interdisciplinary work integrates insights from behavioral economics, social psychology, and philosophy of science, with a commitment to collaborating with mission-driven partners. Sakshi's diverse professional experience encompasses roles in corporate, academic, and international development sectors, including work with the World Bank. She holds a BA in Philosophy, a Master’s in Behavioral Decision Sciences, and a PhD in Psychology.

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