Wanyi Dai Li, PhD
About Wanyi Dai Li, PhD
Wanyi Dai Li, PhD, is an Economics Lead at Chainlink Labs, specializing in market design and mechanism design. With a strong academic background and diverse experience in various organizations, she co-leads the Mechanism Design for Social Good initiative and has contributed to projects in economics and environmental sustainability.
Current Role at Chainlink Labs
Wanyi Dai Li serves as the Economics Lead at Chainlink Labs, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on the economic aspects of blockchain technology, contributing her expertise in market design and mechanism design. Her work involves analyzing and developing economic models that support the integration of blockchain solutions in various sectors.
Education and Expertise
Wanyi Dai Li holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Management Science and Engineering from Stanford University, where she studied from 2016 to 2021. Her academic focus included market design and mechanism design, equipping her with a strong foundation in economics and operations research. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts (magna cum laude) in Physics and Computer Science from Wellesley College, studying there from 2012 to 2016.
Professional Background
Wanyi Dai Li has a diverse professional background, having worked in various roles across multiple organizations. She was a Teaching Assistant at Stanford University from 2017 to 2018 and has held positions at Microsoft, Meta, and HM Treasury. Her experience includes roles as an AI for Earth Research Intern, Research Scientist, and Technical Editor for The Dasgupta Review on the Economics of Biodiversity.
Mechanism Design for Social Good Initiative
Wanyi Dai Li co-leads the Mechanism Design for Social Good (MD4SG) initiative, which aims to apply mechanism design principles to tackle social challenges. She has been involved with MD4SG as an organizer from 2020 to 2022, contributing to the development of strategies that leverage economic mechanisms for social impact.
Research and Contract Design Expertise
Wanyi Dai Li has developed expertise in contract design and market design for natural capital during her PhD studies. This expertise is complemented by her organizational experience in driving strategy and management, which enhances her ability to apply economic theories to real-world challenges.