MIT economist Whitney Newey awarded Erwin Plein Nemmers Prize in Economics
MIT economist Whitney Newey has been awarded the 2026 Erwin Plein Nemmers Prize in Economics for his significant contributions to econometric theory. The prize, which includes a $300,000 award, recognizes scholars for their lasting impact on knowledge and analysis. Newey's work has influenced both econometricians and empirical researchers, particularly in the realm of machine learning-based inference.
- ▪Whitney Newey is a leading figure in econometric theory with over four decades of influence.
- ▪He has received the 2026 Erwin Plein Nemmers Prize in Economics for his contributions to the field.
- ▪Newey's research has shaped semiparametric econometrics and modern machine learning-based inference.
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Newey has been a leading figure in econometric theory for more than four decades, shaping both research and training in the field. Benjamin Daniel | School of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences Publication Date: May 21, 2026 Press Inquiries Press Contact: Michael Brindley Email: [email protected] MIT School of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences Close Caption: MIT economist Whitney Newey PhD ’83, the Ford Professor of Economics, emeritus, has shaped both research and training in econometrics. Credits: Photo courtesy of the Department of Economics.
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