About me

Hi, I am Simge Andı.

I am a Lecturer (Assistant Professor) in Quantitative Methods for Political Science at the University of Exeter.

Prior to my current role at the Centre for Computational Social Science (formerly known as Q-Step) and the Department of Politics at the University of Exeter, I was a postdoctoral research fellow at the Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism, University of Oxford.

My research is primarily anchored in the application of behavioural science to tackle policy challenges, particularly misinformation. My work includes in-depth analysis of the reasons behind people’s consumption, belief, and dissemination of misleading information, as well as the development and assessment of behavioural interventions aimed at reducing the prevalence and impact of such information. Additionally, my research extends to leveraging behavioural science to enhance information accessibility and political engagement, especially in authoritarian regimes.

In the pursuit of these research objectives, I employ a diverse array of theories and methods derived from political communication, behavioural public policy, and political science. My approach often involves conducting experiments and comprehensive survey analyses.

My academic journey includes a PhD in Political Science and International Relations from Koç University (2019), an MA in European Studies from King’s College London (2011), and a BA in International Relations from Koç University (2009). Before embarking on my PhD, I gained diverse professional experience, including roles in public relations and humanitarian aid.

You can download my CV here.