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John Helliwell is a Professor Emeritus at the Vancouver School of Economics, University of British Columbia. His research primarily focuses on the measurement of subjective well-being and its implications in well-being economics. Helliwell's work seeks to understand the elements that contribute to a fulfilling life, with particular emphasis on social factors. His contributions extend beyond academia, with professional affiliations such as the Canadian Institute for Advanced Research (CIFAR), where he is involved in the Program on Social Interactions, Identity, and Well-Being. Additionally, he is a Distinguished Fellow of the National Bureau of Economic Research, contributing as a research associate. Helliwell has a significant interest in teaching and research related to economics and well-being. He promotes an interdisciplinary approach that combines elements of psychology, economics, and social science in his analysis.
Offers course-only and thesis routes. Focus areas include philosophy of science, mind, ethics, and Asian philosophy.