Ian Ball

Ian Ball is the Gary Loveman Career Development Assistant Professor of Economics at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, specializing in economic theory, mechanism design, and information design. He is affiliated with the Department of Economics and contributes to theoretical advancements in strategic decision-making frameworks.

• Contact: ianball@mit.edu

His research focuses on mechanism design, where he explores probabilistic verification and contingent payment systems, and information design, emphasizing dynamic provision and content filtering. Key themes include incentive compatibility, strategic agent behavior, and robustness in economic models.

The articles highlight his work on probabilistic verification, dynamic information provision, and bias in delegation mechanisms, spanning journals like Econometrica, Journal of Economic Theory, and American Economic Journal: Microeconomics. Topics include reputation systems, optimization, and multi-period contracts.

• Scientific Awards:
  • Review of Economic Studies Tour (2020)
  • China Star Tour (2020)

Contact details include his office location E52-556 and assistant Ruth Levitsky at phone number 617-253-3399.