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Isaac Ehrlich

b. 1938

American sociologist

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About Isaac Ehrlich

Born 1938. Isaac Ehrlich is an American sociologist and economist.

His papers on participation in illegitimate activities, corruption and economic growth, insurance and self-protection, the economics of health and longevity, and the death penalty are widely cited. He is widely regarded as an authority on the economics of crime and the death penalty, although his claims regarding the latter has been vigorously challenged. He is also one of the leading authorities on the economics of human capital and serves as the founding Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Human Capital, published by the University of Chicago Press.

He is a SUNY and UB Distinguished Professor and holds the Melvin H. Baker Chair of American Enterprise at the University of Buffalo, SUNY. He holds a PhD from Columbia University and an Honorary Doctorate from the University of Orleans, France, which was awarded to him for his contributions to economic sciences. Ehrlich also served as a member of the US Presidential Health Policy Advisory group and the Transition Team on Health Policy for President Ronald Reagan, the Hong Kong Government's Health Services Research Committee headed by Secretary Elizabeth Wong, and the Council of Economic Advisors of New York State Governor David A. Paterson.

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Important facts

Born
1938
Birth century
Nationality
Education
Columbia University
Employers
University at Buffalo
Awards
Honorary doctorate from University of Orléans

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Isaac Ehrlich?

American sociologist

When was Isaac Ehrlich born?

Isaac Ehrlich was born in 1938.

What is Isaac Ehrlich's occupation?

Isaac Ehrlich is a sociologist and economist.

What nationality is Isaac Ehrlich?

Isaac Ehrlich is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Isaac Ehrlich

· Wikidata: Q6076274

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