About
Huseyin Yildirim is a Professor of Economics at Duke University's Trinity College of Arts & Sciences. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Florida (2000), an M.A. from Bilkent University (1995), and a B.S.E. from Bilkent University (1993). His research focuses on applied microeconomic theory, including topics such as career concerns in teamwork, charitable fundraising mechanisms, committee design, and dynamic procurement auctions. His work has been published in top journals like the American Economic Review and the Review of Economic Studies.
Yildirim's recent research explores how career concerns influence team dynamics, particularly in contexts where effort and talent interact. He has also analyzed the strategic use of multiple prizes in tournaments and the distribution of well-being among team members of varying abilities. His earlier work addressed transparency in committees, strategic ignorance in procurement, and the economic rationale behind charitable donation inefficiencies ('Pennies for Charity').
His research has consistently emphasized game-theoretic frameworks to address real-world problems in institutional design, public policy, and organizational behavior. Despite no explicitly listed awards, his prolific publication record reflects his scholarly impact. No advising relationships or grants are detailed in the provided materials.
