Dr. Huseyin Yildirim

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Biography

Huseyin Yildirim is a Professor of Economics at Duke University, where he has been a faculty member since 2000 after obtaining his Ph.D. from the University of Florida. His research focuses on applied microeconomic theory, covering a diverse range of topics including dynamic procurement auctions, charitable fundraising, committee design, and the implications of career concerns in teamwork and tournaments. His work has been published in top-tier economics journals such as the American Economic Review, Economic Studies, Journal of Economic Theory, and RAND. His recent publications include studies examining team incentives, the effects of positive spillovers in team dynamics, and the role of credit allocation in maximizing team payoffs. Yildirim's research contributes significantly to understanding economic behaviors in collaborative environments and the dynamics of team member interactions within various institutional settings.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

Duke University • Durham, NC

Leading academic and research activities within the Economics department.

Requirements for Duke University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.2
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Multivariable Calculus Introduction to Physics (mechanics) Introduction to Chemistry
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Specialization Notes

Department of Biomedical Engineering (MS program)