Books

• Linear Algebra and Optimization for Economists - Published by Fondo Editorial PUCP
  Jorge Chávez and Marcelo Gallardo. Foreword by Professor Cesar Martinelli.
  Summary

  The book covers topics such as vector spaces, linear systems, topology in real vector normed spaces, convex sets (Farkas Lemma), convex functions, unconstraind and constrained optimization, smooth comparative statics and economic applications (such as pure exchange economies).
• Dynamical Systems and Optimal Control for Economists - Under review
  Jorge Chávez and Marcelo Gallardo.
  Summary | Index| Book Excerpt

  Dynamical Systems and Optimal Control in Continuous Time for Economists. Topics include linear differential equations, nonlinear dynamical systems, limit cycles, calculus of variations, optimal control theory, and economic models.