John F. Nash Jr.

John F. Nash Jr. was a brilliant mathematician renowned for his work in game theory, which analyzes strategic decision-making. His pioneering insights, especially the concept of the Nash equilibrium, transformed economics, economics, and various social sciences by illustrating how individuals or entities make optimal choices when interacting. Nash’s groundbreaking research earned him the 1994 Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences. Despite battling schizophrenia for much of his life, he continued scholarly work, inspiring many by demonstrating resilience and the profound impact of intellectual pursuit. His life was depicted in the film "A Beautiful Mind."