David Kelsey

Professor David Kelsey is a Professor of Industrial Economics at the Nottingham University Business School, University of Nottingham. He holds a MA, M.Phil, and DPhil from the University of Oxford, where his doctoral work was supervised by A.K. Sen. Prior to his current role, he has held academic positions at the University of California, Cambridge University, the University of Iowa, and the Australian National University. His research focuses on uncertainty, ambiguity, law and economics, and corporate governance, with a particular emphasis on applying game theory to legal and strategic decision-making contexts.

Professor Kelsey's expertise spans theoretical and experimental analyses of ambiguity in strategic interactions, including its implications for legal liability, corporate governance structures, and market behaviors. His work bridges economic theory with practical applications in policy and organizational management. He is affiliated with the Centre for Research in Industrial Economics and Dynamics (CRIBS) at the University of Nottingham.

His recent publications explore topics such as ambiguity in multi-stage games, dynamic consistency under uncertainty, and cross-cultural coordination challenges. While no specific awards are cited in the provided materials, his extensive research output reflects a sustained contribution to understanding decision-making under ambiguity. His academic journey and institutional affiliations underscore a commitment to advancing interdisciplinary approaches in economics and business studies.