Think Better Speaker Series

The Think Better speaker series welcomes leading scholars and practitioners to discuss how insights from behavioral science affect society, shape policy, impact business, and improve individual lives.

The topics are relevant to anyone interested in understanding why people think, judge, choose, and act as they do.

2024-2025 Series

Amy Edmondson

Novartis Professor of Leadership and Management,
Harvard Business School
October 30, 2024

"Right Kind of Wrong: Thriving in an Uncertain World"

Watch recording and download slides.

Jens Ludwig

Pritzker Director,
University of Chicago Crime Lab
February 19, 2025

"Unforgiving Places: The Behavioral Science of Ending Gun Violence"

Emily Oster

Professor of Economics, Brown University
CEO, ParentData
May 7, 2025

"How to Make Decisions that Work Best for You and Your Family"

Previous Think Better Speakers

Think Better with Mario Small

Social scientist Mario Small (Columbia University) revealed the surprising science behind who we turn to in difficult times.

Think Better Series

Think Better with David Brooks

New York Times columnist David Brooks joined Booth's Nick Epley for a fascinating conversation about the keys to better social interactions.

Think Better Series

Think Better with Betsy Levy Paluck

Paluck's talk “Who Influences Us?” explored how everyday people play an important role in amplifying the influence of leaders and celebrities.

Think Better Series

View Past Think Better Events

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For general inquiries or additional information about the RF-CDR, please email us, or contact:

The Roman Family Center for Decision Research
University of Chicago
Booth School of Business
5807 South Woodlawn Avenue
Chicago, Illinois 60637
Phone: 773.834.9857
Fax: 773.834.9134

PIMCO Decision Research Labs

If you have questions or need to contact the lab staff, contact us at cdrlabs@chicagobooth.edu.

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