Professor

Eddie Dekel

Northwestern University
Economist; Educator
Area
Social and Behavioral Sciences
Specialty
Economics
Elected
2008
William R. Kenan, Jr. Professor of Economics, Northwestern University and Grace and Daniel Ross Professor of Economics, Eitan Berglas School of Economics, Tel Aviv University. Focuses on foundational issues in game and decision theory. In game theory, studied common knowledge of rationality, evolution, and foundations for solution concepts. In decision theory, explored alternatives to expected utility maximization, models of decision-making without full awareness, and preferences for flexibility and commitment. Works on strategic voting and mechanism design with evidence. 
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