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Simon was an American economist, political scientist, and cognitive psychologist. He was born in 1916 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and had a prolific career spanning multiple fields. Simon is best known for his groundbreaking work in the fields of decision-making, problem-solving, and computer science. Simon made significant contributions to the understanding of human decision-making processes, proposing the concept of bounded rationality. He argued that individuals make decisions based on limited information and cognitive abilities, rather than on a comprehensive analysis of all available options. This concept challenged the prevailing notion of rationality in economics and has shaped the field ever since. In addition to his work on decision-making, Simon also made important contributions to computer science and artificial intelligence. He developed the concept of "satisficing," which suggests that individuals settle for a satisfactory rather than an optimal solution when faced with complex problems. This idea has been influential in the development of algorithms and problem-solving approaches used in computer science. Simon was a prolific writer and published numerous books and articles throughout his career. He received several prestigious awards, including the Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences in 1978, for his contributions to the understanding of the decision-making process in economic organizations. Throughout his life, Simon was deeply committed to interdisciplinary research, often collaborating with scholars from various fields to broaden his understanding of complex phenomena. His work has had a profound impact on multiple disciplines, including psychology, economics, computer science, and political science. Simon passed away in 2001, leaving behind a rich legacy of ideas and research. He is remembered as one of the most influential thinkers of the 20th century, whose ideas continue to shape our understanding of human cognition and decision-making processes.