Robert Solow is an American economist best known for his work on economic growth. He developed the Solow Growth Model, which explains how capital accumulation, labor force growth, and technological progress contribute to a nation's economic output. His model emphasizes the importance of technology in driving long-term growth. In 1987, Solow was awarded the Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences for his contributions to the understanding of economic dynamics. He has also been influential in discussions about productivity, sustainability, and the role of government in the economy, making significant impacts on both academic and public policy debates.