Christopher P. Chambers

Christopher P. Chambers is a Professor of Economics and Director of Graduate Studies (PhD) at Georgetown University. He holds a Ph.D. and M.A. in Economics from the University of Rochester and a B.S. in Mathematical Economics from the University of Maryland College Park. His primary appointment is in the Department of Economics where he conducts research at the intersection of economic theory and mathematical methods.

Chambers' research spans multiple domains of economic theory with particular expertise in microeconomic theory, decision theory, and social choice. His work integrates rigorous mathematical approaches with economic reasoning to address fundamental questions about individual and collective decision-making. Key research areas include:

• Revealed preference theory and its empirical applications
• Decision theory under uncertainty and risk
• Aggregation of preferences and social welfare
• Game theory and mechanism design
• Welfare economics and distributive justice
• Mathematical foundations of economic behavior

His recent publications demonstrate continued productivity and relevance, with papers appearing in top journals like Econometrica, Journal of Economic Theory, and American Economic Review. Chambers has made significant contributions to understanding the theoretical underpinnings of economic behavior, particularly through his work on revealed preference theory, including the influential book co-authored with Federico Echenique. His research often bridges theoretical insights with empirical applications, contributing to both methodological advances and policy-relevant analysis.

Chambers has established a robust collaborative network, frequently working with leading economists including Federico Echenique, Takashi Hayashi, Alan Miller, and PJ Healy. These collaborations have produced influential work across multiple subfields of economic theory, demonstrating the interdisciplinary nature of his research.