Graham Loomes

Graham Loomes (born 5 August 1950) is a British economist and academic, specialising in behavioural economics. Since 2009, he has been Professor of Economics and Behavioural Science at the University of Warwick. He previously worked at the University of Newcastle, the University of York and the University of East Anglia.

Early life and education Loomes was born on 5 August 1950 to Frederick and Gladys Loomes. He was educated at Christ's Hospital, a private school in Horsham, West Sussex, and at Westminster City School, then an all-boys grammar school in Westminster, London. He studied economics at the University of Essex, and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in 1970.

Academic career Loomes began his academic career as a teacher rather than a lecturer. Having graduated from university in 1970, he became a school teacher. He left this career in 1977 to return to university and study for a master's degree.

Personal life Loomes has three children; one son and two daughters. In 2010, he was elected a Fellow of the British Academy (FBA).

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