Bertrand Achou

Bertrand Achou is an Associate Professor at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Economics and Business, specializing in Household Economics, Public Economics, and Applied Microeconomics. His research focuses on topics such as Health, Housing, Aging, Retirement Savings, and Long-Term Care Policy.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Economics, Paris School of Economics (2012–2015)
• M.A. in Economics (Master 2), Paris School of Economics (2011–2012) – Magna Cum Laude
• B.A. in Economics and Management, University Jean Moulin Lyon 3 (2007–2010) – Summa Cum Laude

Key Research Contributions:

Achou's work addresses critical policy issues such as post-pandemic nursing home aversion, housing liquidity effects on insurance demand, and the economic impacts of aging populations. His publications appear in journals like the American Economic Journal: Economic Policy and the Journal of Public Economics.

Awards and Honors:

• 3-year European Doctorate in Economics (EDEEM) Fellowship (2012–2015)
• Best Student Award (B.A., 2010)

Grants and Projects:

• SSHRC Insight Grant ($194,630 CAD): Income Security in Retirement
• CIHR/SSHRC Grant ($1.6M): Labor Market Integration of Persons with Disabilities
• FRQSC Grant ($620,000 CAD): Inclusive Urban Planning for Persons with Disabilities