Dr. Judd Kessler

Biography

Professor Judd B. Kessler is a leading scholar in the field of Business Economics, focusing on experimental methods to address questions in Public Economics, Behavioral Economics, and Market Design. He received his B.A. in Economics from Harvard University in 2004, an M.Phil. in Economics from Cambridge University in 2005, and a Ph.D. in Business Economics from Harvard University in 2011. His innovative research combines laboratory and field experiments to investigate economic psychological forces that motivate individuals to contribute to public goods, with applications spanning organ donation and charitable giving. Kessler's work has been widely published in reputable journals such as the American Economic Review and Management Science, exploring themes including discrimination in employment processes and the effects of publicizing individual behavior on group contributions. His contributions to the field have been recognized by awards such as the Vernon L. Smith Ascending Scholar Prize. Kessler is an active participant in academic discourse, regularly presenting his findings and collaborating with peers across various prestigious institutions. He is involved in teaching several courses related to Behavioral Economics and Experimental Economics, emphasizing the real-world implications of economic theories and individual decision-making processes.

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