Alberto Francesco Lemma
About Alberto Francesco Lemma
Alberto Francesco Lemma is a Research Fellow and Economist at the Overseas Development Institute in London, where he has worked since 2015. He has a background in sociology and economics, with significant contributions to research on economic impacts and resilience in African countries.
Current Role at ODI
Alberto Francesco Lemma serves as a Research Fellow and Economist at the Overseas Development Institute (ODI) in London. He has held this position since 2015, contributing to various research initiatives focused on economic development and resilience in African countries. His work involves analyzing macroeconomic shocks and their impacts on microeconomic stability, as well as the role of development finance institutions in enhancing food security in fragile economies.
Previous Experience at ODI
Prior to his current role, Alberto worked at the Overseas Development Institute as a Research Officer from 2008 to 2015. During this seven-year tenure, he engaged in numerous research projects that informed policy discussions and contributed to the understanding of economic issues affecting developing countries.
Education and Academic Background
Alberto completed his Bachelor of Science degree at the Department of Sociology at the London School of Economics (LSE) from 2001 to 2004. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Science degree from SOAS University of London in 2006. Additionally, he attended Woodhouse College for one year in 2000-2001, where he laid the foundation for his academic pursuits.
Professional Experience in Cambodia
Before joining ODI, Alberto worked as an Economist at Mekong Economics in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, from 2006 to 2007. His role involved conducting economic analyses and contributing to projects aimed at understanding the regional economic landscape.
Research Contributions
Alberto has contributed to significant research outputs, including a working paper on the economic impacts of the Russia–Ukraine war on African women. He has participated in discussions and conferences, such as the CGF-ODI-AERC Conference on China-Africa economic interactions, and has been involved in the International Economic Development Group at ODI, focusing on external shock financing and economic development.