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Howard Raiffa

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Howard Raiffa · Philosophy & Social Sciences

What

Pioneer of decision theory, negotiation analysis, and applied game theory

When

1924, New York City, USA — 2016, Oakland, California, USA

Where

United States

Biography

Howard Raiffa is recognized among Jewish contributors to Philosophy & Social Sciences — Pioneer of decision theory, negotiation analysis, and applied game theory

How & why

Howard Raiffa was an American mathematician and Harvard professor who was a founder of statistical decision theory, decision analysis and the field of negotiation analysis, and a co-founder of applied game theory in business and policy. His books, including 'Games and Decisions' and 'The Art and Science of Negotiation', shaped management science and helped establish Harvard's Kennedy School. Born to a Jewish family in New York City, his Jewish background is documented.

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Source: Jinfo.org — Jews in Political Philosophy & Science

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Pioneer of decision theory, negotiation analysis, and applied game theory

1924

Source: Jinfo.org — Jews in Political Philosophy & Science