MHB John Nash: Nobel Prize Winner & Inspiration to Many

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John Nash, renowned for his contributions to game theory and famously depicted in the film "A Beautiful Mind," tragically died in a car crash. His work, particularly the concept of Nash Equilibrium, remains influential in various fields. Nash's legacy includes significant accolades, such as the Abel Prize, highlighting his impact on mathematics. The discussion also references "A Beautiful Math," a book available online that explores his mathematical insights, emphasizing the lasting importance of his intellectual contributions to humanity's progress.
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John Nash died in a car crash today apparently. He was the subject of the very popular film A Beautiful Mind.

I'm not sure how much of his work is still known but I am very interested in game theory and the concept of Nash Equilibrium is still used very often in what I read.
 
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There is a popular book "A Beautiful Math" published by the National Academies Press, which can be read online.
 
He was also a recipient of the Abel Prize -- One of the highest awards in mathematics.
 
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