Three UofG social scientists welcomed as Academy of Social Science Fellows
Published: 3 September 2026
Three UofG social scientists have been elected to the Academy of Social Sciences Fellowship 2026.
Three UofG social scientists have been elected to the Academy of Social Sciences Fellowship 2026.
Joining the autumn cohort of 74 outstanding social scientists are Simon Joss, Professor of Urban Futures and Head of School of Social & Political Sciences; Charlotte Pearson, Professor of Social Policy; and Eugenio Proto, Alec Cairncross Chair in Applied Economics and Econometrics.
As well as excellence in research and the professional application of social science, the new Fellows, who are drawn from a variety of backgrounds, disciplines and professions, have also made substantial contributions beyond academia, including in policy, public service, industry and civil society.
Their work highlights the vital role of the social sciences in understanding and helping to address some of the complex societal challenges facing the UK and the world today.
Professor Eugenio Proto leads research that sits on the frontier between economics and psychology, asking how human characteristics like cognitive ability, emotions and wellbeing shape economic decisions and outcomes.
He said: "Election to the Academy is an honour, and my thanks go to those who nominated and supported me. What makes it particularly meaningful is the Academy's reach beyond academia. Much of my work - on wellbeing and productivity, and on the mental health of young people and the effects of the pandemic - is especially useful if it reaches the people making decisions about workplaces and public health.
"The Academy is excellent at carrying social science into those conversations, and I'm looking forward to being part of that."
Professor Graeme Roy, Vice Principal and Head of College of Social Sciences, said: "To have more of our esteemed colleagues elected as Fellows of this prestigious national academy reflects the quality and scale of social sciences at the University of Glasgow, and the impact of our research and teaching. We are very proud of the new Fellows and the world changing work that they are doing."
President of the Academy, Will Hutton FAcSS, said: "Our newest Fellows represent some of the most influential voices in social science today. Their work is expanding knowledge, challenging assumptions and generating insights that are informing and even redefining decision making across government, business, education and civil society. I am delighted to welcome them to the Academy and look forward to working with them to raise the profile and impact of the social sciences across the UK and beyond."
First published: 3 September 2026