Marie Lavigne, specialist in the economy of the USSR and socialist countries, has died

Marie Lavigne, a prominent French economist, passed away at 91, recognized for her extensive research in economic Sovietology and post-communist transitions. Her influential works include 'Les économies socialistes soviétique et européennes' and 'The Economics of Transition', which are considered global references. François Hollande honored her with the Légion d’honneur in 2015, acknowledging her impact on his understanding of Soviet economics. Her writings have shaped the academic discourse on transitional economies worldwide, including prestigious institutions like Berkeley and Harvard.