Sondre Ulvund Solstad
About Sondre Ulvund Solstad
Sondre Ulvund Solstad is a Senior Data Journalist at The Economist, with a background in data journalism and international relations. He has worked at various prominent institutions, including Dagbladet, Agenda Magazine, and Princeton University, and has contributed significantly to the field of data journalism, particularly during the pandemic.
Work at The Economist
Sondre Ulvund Solstad has been employed at The Economist as a Senior Data Journalist since 2020. His role involves analyzing data and producing insightful articles that contribute to the publication's reputation for rigorous journalism. His work has gained recognition, including being the subject of a documentary short by Vox, highlighting his contributions to data journalism during the pandemic.
Previous Experience in Journalism
Prior to his position at The Economist, Solstad worked as a Columnist for Dagbladet from 2019 to 2020 and for Agenda Magazine from 2018 to 2019, both based in the Oslo Area, Norway. His experience in these roles helped him develop a strong foundation in journalistic writing and analysis.
Education and Expertise
Sondre Ulvund Solstad holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in International Relations from Princeton University, where he studied from 2014 to 2019. He also earned a Master's degree in Politics from Princeton University. Additionally, he completed a Bachelor's degree in International Relations at New York University from 2011 to 2014. His studies included formal and quantitative methods, comparative politics, and Mandarin Chinese at Peking University.
Achievements in Data Journalism
Solstad has received recognition for his work in data journalism, being shortlisted for both best project and best portfolio at the 2022 Sigma Awards. He was also shortlisted for 'Innovation of the Year' at the British Journalism Awards for developing a model of global excess deaths. His article 'Tracking the stealthy killer' was acknowledged among the best data journalism of the pandemic by the Press Gazette.
Advisory Roles and Research Contributions
Sondre Ulvund Solstad has advised the World Health Organization on pandemic modeling through the TAG working group on excess deaths. His research has been presented at prestigious institutions, including MIT, University of Oxford, and NYU. His work has been cited by major international organizations such as the UN, WHO, and World Bank, reflecting his impact on global health discussions.