Joel Mokyr

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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1. When was Joel Mokyr born?July 26, 1946
2. Who is Joel Mokyr?Joel Mokyr is a historian who studies how new ideas and inventions help societies grow. He was born on July 26, 1946 and has taught at Northwestern University and Tel Aviv University.
3. What did he win in 2025?In 2025, Joel Mokyr received a share of the Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences for showing how technology and ideas drive long‑term growth.

Economic History: The study of economic phenomena in their historical context, analyzing the evolution of economies and their impact on societies.
Technological Progress: The advancement and application of new scientific knowledge and techniques to create new products, processes, or services.
Sustained Growth: A long-term increase in the production of goods and services in an economy, leading to improved living standards.
Diffusion of Knowledge: The process by which new ideas, information, and technologies spread from their originators to other individuals and societies.