Polsky Research Fellow, 2026
Kavi Patel is a rising third-year at the College, pursuing a B.S. in Computer Science and a B.A. in Economics. This summer, he will be continuing his work alongside Professor Eric Richert analyzing the Australian energy and FCAS markets to screen for collusive pricing behavior driven by increased auto-bidder usage. Previously, he has consulted for a leading U.S. energy derivatives exchange, advising on its entrance into private markets, and conducted equity research for a wealth management firm on companies focused on enhancing digital infrastructure, grid connectivity, and industrial networks. His broader interests center on how capital is deployed to finance the infrastructure underpinning the energy transition.