Thomas Schelling
Economist, Nobel Prize laureate
Born
Died
2016
10 years ago — 95 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United States
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An American economist made significant contributions to game theory, particularly in the context of conflict and cooperation. Schelling's work analyzed strategic behavior in economics and military strategy, providing insights that influenced both public policy and academic research. His notable publications include 'The Strategy of Conflict' and 'Micromotives and Macrobehavior'. Schelling's theories have been applied to various fields, including international relations, economics, and environmental policy. In 2005, he received the Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences for his pioneering analysis of conflict and cooperation through game-theory methodology.
Authored 'The Strategy of Conflict'
Awarded the Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences in 2005
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