Economics Quote by Herbert A. Simon
“The density of settlement of economists over the whole empire of economic science is very uneven, with a few areas of modest size holding the bulk of the population.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Sciences of the Artificial, 1969
Economic scholars are unevenly distributed, with most concentrated in a few modest-sized fields.
In simple terms: Economists cluster in a few areas.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and address concentration in research.
Themes
distribution
economics
academic fields
Mood
analytical
critical
Type
academic
economic.
When to use this quote
- policy design
- funding decisions
- academic hiring
- research collaborations
Key Concepts
network effects
resource allocation
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do some fields attract more economists?
- How can underrepresented areas be supported?
A Different Perspective
Concentration can stifle diversity of thought.
