Norms

Researchers

Collective Action Norms (Mistral LeChat)

• Elinor Ostrom: A Nobel laureate in Economic Sciences, Ostrom's work on governing the commons and collective action is foundational. Her research explores how communities manage shared resources and the role of social norms in these processes.
• Robert Axelrod: Known for his work on the evolution of cooperation, Axelrod's research includes game theory and the role of norms in promoting cooperative behavior.
• Mancur Olson: Famous for his book "The Logic of Collective Action," Olson's work discusses the challenges of collective action and the role of selective incentives in overcoming these challenges.
• Ernest Gellner: A philosopher and social anthropologist, Gellner's work on nationalism and social norms provides insights into how collective identities and norms shape group behavior.
• Jon Elster: A social and political theorist, Elster has written extensively on social norms, rational choice theory, and collective action.
• Cristina Bicchieri: A philosopher and social scientist, Bicchieri's work focuses on the nature of social norms, how they evolve, and their role in collective action.
• Michael Hechter: A sociologist known for his work on social norms, collective action, and the principles of group solidarity.
• Diego Gambetta: An Italian social scientist whose work on trust, social norms, and collective action provides valuable insights into the dynamics of group behavior.
• Rachel Kranton: An economist who has contributed to the understanding of social norms, identity, and their impact on economic outcomes and collective action.
• Samuel Bowles: An economist and director of the Behavioral Sciences Program at the Santa Fe Institute, Bowles' research includes the study of social norms, cooperation, and collective action.