Carl Christ facts for kids

Carl Finley Christ (born September 19, 1923 – died April 21, 2017) was an American economist. He was a respected professor of economics at Johns Hopkins University. He was well-known for his work in econometrics, which is a field that uses math and statistics to study economic information. He even wrote a popular textbook about it.

Early Life and Education

Carl F. Christ was born in Chicago, Illinois. He was a very bright student. In 1943, he earned a science degree in physics from the University of Chicago.

His Work During World War II

After college, Carl Christ used his physics skills to help his country. From 1943 to 1945, he worked on an important science project during World War II. This project involved advanced scientific research.

After the war, he taught physics at Princeton University for a short time. Then, he decided to study a new field: economics. He went back to the University of Chicago for his graduate studies in economics.

Later Career and Achievements

Carl Christ became a well-respected economist. In 1970, he was chosen as a Fellow of the American Statistical Association. Being a "Fellow" means he was recognized as a top expert in statistics. He was also a Fellow of the Econometric Society, another important group for economists.

He taught economics at Johns Hopkins University for many years. He helped many students learn about economics and econometrics. Some of his students, like Marc Nerlove and Takeshi Amemiya, became famous economists themselves.

Passing Away

Carl F. Christ passed away in Baltimore, Maryland, on April 21, 2017. He was 93 years old. He left behind an important legacy in the field of economics.