Welcome! I'm Quentin Cavalan, a researcher specializing in experimental economics. I was trained as a statistician at ENSAE (the National School of Statistics and Economic Administration) and earned a Ph.D. in economics from Paris 1 University and the Paris School of Economics in October 2023. I am currently a postdoctoral researcher at emlyon business school and GATE Lyon-Saint-Etienne, where I co-organize the GATE-Lab seminar.
My main research interests center on how individuals form beliefs and how these beliefs influence their decision-making. I primarily use experimental methods, though I also engage in theoretical work when it helps sharpen hypotheses or interpret findings, as in my job market paper.
I like brainstorming experimental designs, exploring data, producing clear, compelling figures for my papers and coding experiments! On this website, you can explore, try and download some of the experimental tools and code I use.
Beyond academia, I enjoy playing and composing music. I am currently involved in several bands: I perform as the double bassist for Répons' and experiment with synths and electronic sounds in Kaarg and Aywaz. I also composed the soundtrack for Phi-doc : derrière la thèse, a documentary web series focused on the PhD experience, created by Jean-Michel Dagba.
Feel free to reach out to me via email at cavalan@em-lyon.com