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Andy McLennan is a Professor in the School of Economics at the University of Queensland since 2007, following roles at the University of Minnesota (1987–2005) and the University of Sydney. His research focuses on mathematical economics and game theory, with contributions to computational game theory, fixed point theory, and algebraic geometry. Notable collaborations include work with Richard McKelvey on the Gambit software package for game analysis.
Education: B.A. in Mathematics from the University of Chicago (undergraduate), PhD in Economics from Princeton University (1982). Prior faculty positions included the University of Toronto and Cornell University.
Research Interests: Explores intersections between pure mathematics and economics, including applications of topology (Vietoris-Begle theorem), differential geometry (Morse-Sard theorem), and computational complexity in markets. Recent work includes the 'Index +1 Principle' for equilibrium stability and fixed point index theory.
Software & Tools: Co-developed Gambit, a widely used open-source toolkit for analyzing finite games. Authored technical software for solving systems of equations and 3D visualization tools for academic use.
Books: Authored Advanced Fixed Point Theory for Economics (Springer, 2018), The Algebra of Coherent Algebraic Sheaves, and The Nature and Origins of Modern Mathematics.
Personal: Lives in Brisbane with his partner Shino Takayama (also an economist) and their son Sean. Enjoys Japanese language, classical music, and strategic games like Go and chess.
