Jean Tirole
French economist, Nobel laureate
Jean Tirole is a French economist who received the 2014 Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences. His work centers on industrial organization and game theory.
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French Born 1953 in Troyes, France
About Jean Tirole
Jean Tirole was born on 9 August 1953 in Troyes, France. He is a professor of economics at Toulouse 1 Capitole University, and his research looks at industrial organization and game theory. He is particularly interested in how economic activity can be regulated without stifling innovation, while keeping the rules fair. His work is mostly theoretical and built on mathematical models. The 2014 Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences recognized his analysis of market power and regulation. His books include The Theory of Corporate Finance, Financial Crises and The International Monetary System. Economics for the Common Good is also among his books.