James Feigenbaum
Assistant Professor at Finance, Utah State University0 Followers
James Feigenbaum serves as a distinguished Professor within the Department of Economics and Finance at Utah State University's Jon M. Huntsman School of Business. He brings a truly unique interdisciplinary lens to his work, holding dual Ph.D. degrees – one in Economics from the University of Iowa and another in Physics from the University of Chicago. This rich and varied academic background allows him to approach complex economic questions with fresh, innovative methodologies, particularly excelling in areas like computational methods and quantitative finance.
Before arriving at Utah State University, Professor Feigenbaum gained valuable practical experience at the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis, where he refined his skills in economic analysis and policy evaluation. His academic path also included a period as an assistant professor at the University of Pittsburgh. It was there that he began to cultivate his key research interests, delving into topics such as life-cycle consumption and saving patterns, the intricacies of general equilibrium calibration, and the dynamic choices individuals make regarding labor and leisure.
Professor Feigenbaum's research has significantly advanced our understanding of life-cycle consumption data. He focuses on crucial factors that influence these decisions, including the impact of mortality risk, the challenges posed by idiosyncratic earnings risk, and the constraints individuals face with borrowing. His work frequently employs sophisticated computational techniques to simulate and analyze economic models, offering valuable insights into how people navigate their consumption and saving choices across their lifetimes.
Beyond his core contributions to economics, Professor Feigenbaum has also explored the fascinating intersection of physics and finance. He applies models and concepts drawn from the physical sciences to financial contexts, an innovative approach that has opened up exciting new avenues for research. This distinctive work has been widely recognized and is reflected in his extensive publication record across numerous respected academic journals.
Throughout his career, Professor Feigenbaum has demonstrated a deep commitment to pushing the boundaries of the economics field through both his dedicated teaching and impactful research. His work continues to resonate with and influence scholars and practitioners alike, providing a deeper, more nuanced understanding of the complex forces that shape economic behavior and decision-making.
External Link www.usu.edu/ Before arriving at Utah State University, Professor Feigenbaum gained valuable practical experience at the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis, where he refined his skills in economic analysis and policy evaluation. His academic path also included a period as an assistant professor at the University of Pittsburgh. It was there that he began to cultivate his key research interests, delving into topics such as life-cycle consumption and saving patterns, the intricacies of general equilibrium calibration, and the dynamic choices individuals make regarding labor and leisure.
Professor Feigenbaum's research has significantly advanced our understanding of life-cycle consumption data. He focuses on crucial factors that influence these decisions, including the impact of mortality risk, the challenges posed by idiosyncratic earnings risk, and the constraints individuals face with borrowing. His work frequently employs sophisticated computational techniques to simulate and analyze economic models, offering valuable insights into how people navigate their consumption and saving choices across their lifetimes.
Beyond his core contributions to economics, Professor Feigenbaum has also explored the fascinating intersection of physics and finance. He applies models and concepts drawn from the physical sciences to financial contexts, an innovative approach that has opened up exciting new avenues for research. This distinctive work has been widely recognized and is reflected in his extensive publication record across numerous respected academic journals.
Throughout his career, Professor Feigenbaum has demonstrated a deep commitment to pushing the boundaries of the economics field through both his dedicated teaching and impactful research. His work continues to resonate with and influence scholars and practitioners alike, providing a deeper, more nuanced understanding of the complex forces that shape economic behavior and decision-making.
Publications
1 - Lifecycle Dynamics of Income Uncertainty and Consumption,Finance and Economics Discussion Series
8 - Health in Historical Political Economy,The Oxford Handbook of Historical Political Economy
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