game theory

Liu’s novels swim through game theory, quantum mechanics and dimensional physics, along with other super-geeky concepts that would combine to create a high bar of entry for the typical viewer.

For over fifty years, biologists have attempted to explain these behaviors using game theory, with a particular focus on reciprocity where individuals return help if they have received it previously.

“These are things that worked great in my graduate level game theory course in college,” Mitchell said.

They use game theory to lay the mathematical foundation for decision-making in such social dilemmas.

Psychological warfare was the way to go — you know, basically the idea of game theory.