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John von Neumann's contribution to economic science.

From: International Social Science Review  |  Date: 9/22/2003  |  Author: Cabral, Maria Joao Cardoso De Pina

Introduction

Often described as a genius, John von Neumann made significant contributions in a wide range of fields. His work in mathematical physics won him praise as the primary intellectual influence responsible for the emergence of game theory, digital computing, and cellular automata. Despite the mathematical nature of his scientific interest, von Neumann also made important contributions to economics. His influence on the study of economics has received universal acclaim ...

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