Leonid Hurwicz
Economist and mathematician, Nobel Laureate
Born
August 21st, 1917
107 years ago
Died
2008
17 years ago — 91 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
United States
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Born in 1917, a prominent economist and mathematician, contributed significantly to the field of mechanism design. Worked on game theory and economic theory, particularly the role of information in economic settings. Held academic positions at institutions like the University of Minnesota, influencing many students and researchers. Shared the 2007 Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences with Eric Maskin and Roger Myerson for foundational work in mechanism design theory.
Awarded the Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences in 2007
Contributed to mechanism design and game theory
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