Dr. Lawrence Blume

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Biography

Lawrence Blume is a Distinguished Professor in the Department of Economics at Cornell University. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of California, Berkeley, obtained in 1977. His academic interests span Economic Theory, Game Theory, and Inequality, reflecting a deep engagement with the intersection of economics and complex strategic interactions. Blume's contributions to the field include a range of publications, notably on topics such as optimality in evolutionary processes and the algebraic geometry of perfect sequential equilibrium. He has co-authored several influential papers, contributing to the understanding of strategic interaction dynamics and market behavior. Courses taught by Blume include Decision Theory and Microeconomic Theory II, where he applies his extensive research to educate the next generation of economists. His research focuses on the nuanced interdependencies between markets and game theory, highlighting evolutionary approaches to economic behavior. Blume's work not only encompasses theoretical advancements but also practical implications for policy and understanding economic systems.

Research Interests

Courses

ECON 3810: Decision Theory ECON 6100: Microeconomic Theory II ECON 6760: Decision Theory

Requirements for Cornell University

Master Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Listening
Required:15
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Architecture or related field
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Specialization Notes

Department of Architecture