Edward Prescott, Nobel Prize winning economist, dies at 81
Prescott was one of the most influential economists in the world. As a professor and the W. P. Carey Chair in Economics at ASU, he was a beloved and respected member of the business school community for 20 years.
In this article published Nov. 7, 2022, in Bloomberg:
Professor Edward Prescott's passing is a huge loss for the W. P. Carey School of Business community. His contributions to economics research were foundational and his work transformed macroeconomic policy. His passion for economics has made a lasting impact on the field, and his tremendous presence and incisive insights will be greatly missed.
– Ohad Kadan, Charles J. Robel Dean, Professor of Finance, and W. P. Carey Distinguished Chair
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