Abhijit Banerjee

(born 1961) is an Indian-American economist and professor at MIT, widely recognized for his groundbreaking work in development economics. He was awarded the Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences in 2019, along with Esther Duflo and Michael Kremer, for their experimental approach to alleviating global poverty. Banerjee’s research focuses on understanding how poor people make decisions and how policy interventions can be designed more effectively. Through randomized controlled trials, he has helped transform the way governments and organizations address issues like education, healthcare, and financial inclusion. His work has had a profound impact on public policy worldwide, making him one of the most influential economists of his generation.