Gale, David (1921–2008)

Joel Sobel
From The New Palgrave Dictionary of Economics, Online Edition, 2008
Edited by Steven N. Durlauf and Lawrence E. Blume
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Abstract

This article reviews the research of David Gale, who made lasting contributions to game theory, general equilibrium theory, and growth theory. In addition to his influence on the development of economic theory, his work has had important implications for many branches of mathematics and on mathematical education.
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Sobel, Joel. "Gale, David (1921–2008) ." The New Palgrave Dictionary of Economics. Second Edition. Eds. Steven N. Durlauf and Lawrence E. Blume. Palgrave Macmillan, 2008. The New Palgrave Dictionary of Economics Online. Palgrave Macmillan. 09 September 2010 <http://dictionaryofeconomics.com/article?id=pde2008_G000216> doi:10.1057/9780230226203.1884

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  • Abstract
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    • Linear inequalities
    • Infinite games
    • Growth
    • General equilibrium
    • College admissions and the stability of marriage
    • Assignment markets and auctions
    • Other contributions
    • Mathematical explorations
    • Acknowledgements
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