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Interested in theoretical computer science, especially at the intersection of algorithms and economics. Active in the Israeli society, e.g. founded the Israeli Medical Lottery, and the Israeli Psychology Match.

Research:

auction theory, mechanism design, cake cutting, algorithmic game theory and approximation algorithms. My works have been used to devise the Israelli Medical Interns Lottery, the Israelli Psychology Match and to assign children to schools in various cities in Israel.

Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals

In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):

  • SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being
  • SDG 8 - Decent Work and Economic Growth
  • SDG 9 - Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure

Education/Academic qualification

PhD, Hebrew University of Jerusalem

Oct 2004Sep 2009

Award Date: 30 Sep 2009

Master's Degree, Hebrew University of Jerusalem

Oct 2000Jul 2001

Award Date: 1 Jul 2001

Bachelor, Hebrew University of Jerusalem

Oct 1999Jul 2001

Award Date: 1 Jul 2001

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