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Kirby Nielsen is an economist specializing in experimental economics, behavioral economics, and decision theory. His research involves using experiments to test and inform economic theory with a focus on individual decision-making under uncertainty. The outcomes of his research aid individuals in making decisions across various areas, including financial investments, healthcare, and managerial decisions in the workplace. He obtained his PhD in economics from Ohio State University in 2018 and has served as a postdoctoral fellow in economics at Stanford University from 2018 to 2020. His interests lie in understanding how people make errors in decision-making and the implications of these mistakes for the foundational principles of behavioral economics. Kirby has been recognized for his contributions to academia and has recently taken on the role of Professor at Caltech, following his tenure as an Assistant Professor starting in 2020.
California Institute of Technology • Pasadena, CA
Served as an Assistant Professor focusing on research and teaching in economics.
California Institute of Technology • Pasadena, CA
Currently serving as a Professor in the Department of Economics.
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