Dr. Mokyr was awarded the Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences for “identifying the prerequisites for sustained growth through technological progress” in 2025. He is a leading economic historian whose work reshaped understanding of technological change, knowledge, and long-run economic growth, authoring influential books such as The Lever of Riches and A Culture of Growth. He has served in major editorial and professional roles, including senior editor of the Journal of Economic History and president of multiple economic associations.
 

Dr. Mokyr holds a Ph.D. in economics from Yale University, and B.A. in economics and history from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.