Angus Deaton
Born in 1945
scholar.princeton.edu
Economics
Angus Stewart Deaton is a renowned economist who won the Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences in 2015 for his work on consumption, poverty, and welfare.
Born in Britain, he later became an American citizen.
Deaton's research has significantly contributed to understanding how individuals and households make economic decisions, particularly in developing countries.
His work bridges economics with other social sciences, focusing on health, well-being, and economic development.
Deaton's approach combines theoretical insights with empirical analysis, often challenging conventional wisdom in development economics and public policy.
