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Santa Fe Institute

Economics in Nouns and Verbs - Process-Based Approaches to Economic Theory - Part 1

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Explore the evolution of economic theory and its limitations in this 52-minute talk by W. Brian Arthur from the Santa Fe Institute. Delve into how the shift from describing economies as flows and processes to measuring discrete quantities has impacted our understanding of markets, innovation, and value creation. Examine the role of scientific instruments and concepts in shaping economic theory, and discover how the advent of computers and algorithms offers new opportunities to study complex economic behaviors. Learn about the benefits of viewing economics through both static and dynamic lenses, providing a more comprehensive understanding of economic systems. Gain insights into how a process-based approach can address gaps in traditional economic models and better capture the uncertain, shifting nature of economic landscapes.

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W. Brian Arthur on Economics in Nouns and Verbs (Part 1)

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