About Peter O. Steiner
Lived 1922 – 2010 (aged 87). Peter O. Steiner was an American economist and university teacher.
Peter Otto Steiner (July 9, 1922 – June 26, 2010) was an American economist and professor emeritus of economics at the University of Michigan. His research was on a wide range of topics and he published several books including (with Richard G. Lipsey) a standard textbook, and on the Economic Status of the Aged (Jointly with Robert Dorfman) but is perhaps best remembered for his work, also jointly with Dorfman, on advertising. The Dorfman–Steiner theorem carries his name. He also served as president of the American Association of University Professors (AAUP).
He graduated from Oberlin College (BA) and Harvard University (PhD, Economics).
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Who was Peter O. Steiner?
American economist
When was Peter O. Steiner born?
Peter O. Steiner was born on 9 July 1922 in New York City.
When did Peter O. Steiner die?
Peter O. Steiner died on 26 June 2010 in Ann Arbor.
What was Peter O. Steiner's occupation?
Peter O. Steiner was an economist and university teacher.
What nationality was Peter O. Steiner?
Peter O. Steiner was American.
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