First name

Robert

Last name

Cialdini

Academic unit

The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

Status

Emeritus

Type of professor

Regents Professor

Year

1988

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Bio summary

Cialdini, thought leader in the field of Influence, has spent his entire career conducting, testing, analyzing and publishing peer-reviewed scientific research on what causes people to say “Yes” to requests. The results of his research, his ensuing articles, and his New York Times bestselling books have earned him an acclaimed reputation as a respected scientist and engaging storyteller.