I study behavior change.
Cues in our environment shape our decisions. I examine how and why these cues can help or hinder us as we pursue our goals.
I am particularly interested in what motivates people to give and receive help in organizational settings. I specialize in field experiments and full-cycle research, in which I integrate field observations and interviews, field experiments, archival data, surveys, and online experiments to develop both contextualized and generalizable knowledge about real-world problems and solutions. So far, my research has focused on the contexts of healthcare, social services, charitable giving, and education.
Prior to graduate school, I worked in social policy research. I helped design, evaluate, and implement policies aimed at reducing inequality. I also provided training and technical assistance to non-profits and government agencies. Through research and communication, I aim to elevate underrepresented voices and use evidence to create a more empathetic and equitable society.
Ph.D. Candidate in Behavioral Decision Making, Anderson School of Management, University of California, Los Angeles.
B.A. in Psychology and Economics, University of Virginia.
Ilana Brody 