John F. Nash (theorist)

John F. Nash was an influential mathematician known for his work in game theory, particularly the concept of the Nash equilibrium. This idea describes a situation where all players in a strategic interaction make decisions that are optimal for themselves, given the choices of others, resulting in a stable outcome. His work has applications in economics, politics, and social sciences. Nash's contributions earned him the Nobel Prize in Economics in 1994. Despite facing significant personal challenges due to schizophrenia, his mathematical insights revolutionized strategic decision-making analysis.