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Sander van der Linden is a Professor of Social Psychology in Society at the University of Cambridge and the Director of the Cambridge Social Decision-Making Laboratory. With a robust background in social psychology, his research interests include human judgment, decision-making, social influence, and the effects of misinformation. He investigates how individuals are persuaded or resistant to persuasion through various methods, including the use of virtual reality and large-scale interventions. His influential book 'FOOLPROOF: Misinformation Infects Minds and Builds Immunity' has gained recognition for addressing misinformation's impact in society. Having published nearly 200 papers, he is ranked among the top 1% of social scientists worldwide. His work has been featured widely in popular media outlets, and he has delivered keynote lectures across numerous prestigious forums including the World Health Organization and the United Nations. Prof. van der Linden's contributions to understanding misinformation and public risk perceptions are notable, earning him multiple awards and recognitions throughout his career.
University of Cambridge • Cambridge
Leads research in social decision-making and supervises graduate studies.
Princeton University • Princeton
Engaged in research related to behavioral science and decision-making.
Standard postgraduate requirements for Department of Politics and International Studies (POLIS) and related humanities departments.