Matias López

I am an Assistant Professor of Political Science

at Universidad Diego Portales where I teach research methods.

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My work focuses on enhancing causal inference by integrating probability theory into small-n studies, for instance by developing new models to calculate p-values in process tracing.

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My research also addresses how elites' reactions to the externalities of inequality shape patterns of redistribution and democratic governance, with a regional focus on Latin America and South Africa.

 

In addition, I am affiliated with the

Albert Hirschman Centre on Democracy at the

Geneva Graduate Institute, 

and a superb cook.