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• Disability Policy
• Mental Health Policy
• Health Policy and Planning
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Professor Jennifer Smith-Merry is an ARC Laureate Fellow and Professor of Health and Social Policy at the University of Sydney, within the Sydney School of Health Sciences. She has held roles such as Director of the Centre for Disability Research and Policy (CDRP) and leads the Disability Inclusive Policy Development stream. Her work integrates research, policy, and practice to address systemic challenges in mental health and disability care, with a focus on equity and lived experience insights. Education: PhD in Social Policy (University of Queensland) BA (Honours) Graduate Certificate in Applied Law Graduate Certificate in Educational Studies (Higher Education) Research Interests: Jen’s research emphasizes disability-inclusive policy development, mental health service design, and the ethical inclusion of people with disability in research. She explores the intersection of policy implementation, lived experience expertise, and systemic reforms, particularly in the context of the NDIS and global health initiatives. Her work critiques ableism in academia and healthcare while advocating for participatory, equity-driven frameworks. Grants and Collaboration: Jen has secured over 50 grants, including ARC and NHMRC funding, and leads projects evaluating policy and service delivery for disability and mental health. She collaborates with governments and NGOs, such as the National Disability Insurance Agency, and engages with service users to inform policy. Recent projects include a global workforce training framework for integrated care and exploring mechanisms of religious trauma in queer communities. Awards: Australian Research Council (ARC) Industry Laureate Fellow (2023-2028) Labs and Affiliations: She is affiliated with multiple interdisciplinary centers at the University of Sydney, including the Sydney Centre for Healthy Societies, Sydney Policy Lab, Sydney Southeast Asia Centre, Brain and Mind Centre, and Charles Perkins Centre. Her international collaborations span Malaysia, Singapore, and the UK, focusing on disability research capacity and mental health policy.

Allison K. HoffmanView profile

Professor

• Health Law
• Health Policy
• Health Insurance Regulation
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Allison K. Hoffman is a Professor of Law at the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School and holds a secondary appointment in the Department of Medical Ethics and Health Policy at the Perelman School of Medicine. Her expertise spans health care law, policy, and ethics, with a focus on issues such as health insurance regulation, the Affordable Care Act, Medicare, and long-term care. She co-edited The Oxford Handbook of U.S. Health Law and has contributed to prominent legal and medical journals. Education: Before joining Penn, she was on the faculty at UCLA School of Law and served as a Petrie-Flom fellow at Harvard Law School. She practiced health care law at Ropes & Gray and worked as a strategy consultant at The Bridgespan Group and Boston Consulting Group. Research Interests: Hoffman examines legal and social challenges in healthcare, including ACA implementation, Medicare reform, and long-term care policies. Her recent work critiques the impact of economic theory on health law and explores post-pandemic healthcare systems. Awards: She received the Robert A. Gorman Award for Excellence in Teaching (2017-2018) and served as Deputy Dean of Penn Carey Law School (2022-2024). Labs/Teams: Collaborates with co-authors on projects such as the third edition of The Politics of Medicare and contributes to interdisciplinary initiatives addressing healthcare equity and policy reform.

Greg WallaceView profile

Associate Professor

• Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Neuropsychology
• Developmental Neuroscience
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Greg Wallace is an Associate Professor at The George Washington University, specializing in neuropsychological and structural brain development in autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and related neurodevelopmental disorders. His research focuses on real-world outcomes, including mental and physical health trajectories, cognitive predictors of vocational success, and eating behaviors in autistic individuals across the lifespan. He holds a PhD in Psychology from King's College London, UK (2006). Education: PhD in Psychology, King's College London, UK (2006). Research Interests: Neurodevelopmental disorders (ASD, Down syndrome) Health outcomes in autistic adults Social and cognitive factors influencing quality of life Eating-related behaviors and neurocognitive correlates Gender and sexual identity disparities in autism Grants: R01MH100028 (NIH) R21HD106164 (NIH) R21MH129777 (NIH) P50HD111142 (NIH) R01MH133838 (NIH) R21HD115080 (NIH) R03MH136593 (NIH) Labs/Teams: Co-Director of the Mind Brain Institute, leading the Lab of Autism and Developmental Neuroscience at GWU.

• Sickness Absence
• Multiple Sclerosis
• Traffic Injuries
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Emilie Friberg is an Associate Professor and Senior Researcher at Karolinska Institutet's Department of Clinical Neuroscience, where she leads the interdisciplinary research group focused on sickness absence, health, and living conditions. Her work spans multiple domains including multiple sclerosis, traffic injuries, mental health among students, and rehabilitation coordination. Dr. Friberg's research employs both quantitative and qualitative methodologies, utilizing nationwide registers, questionnaires, and interviews to investigate: Risk factors for and consequences of sick leave related to specific diagnoses Interactions between various stakeholders in illness and sick leave processes Systematic literature reviews in insurance medicine and related fields Her work bridges insurance medicine, public health, psychology, sociology, and health economics, addressing critical questions about work capacity, rehabilitation, and societal participation for individuals with chronic conditions. Current projects include studying sickness absence patterns in multiple sclerosis, long-term consequences of traffic injuries, the role of rehabilitation coordinators (REKO project), and mental health challenges among university students. Dr. Friberg's extensive publication record demonstrates consistent focus on sickness absence trajectories, work disability, and rehabilitation across multiple conditions. Her recent work shows increasing emphasis on register-based longitudinal studies examining the interplay between medical conditions, treatment approaches, and labor market outcomes, with particular attention to gender differences and socioeconomic factors. Her research is supported by diverse funding sources including Biogen, BMS/Celgene, Forte (Swedish Research Council for Health, Working Life and Welfare), the Swedish Social Insurance Agency, Neurofonden, and the Swedish Research Council. She supervises multiple PhD students and collaborates extensively with researchers across disciplines and institutions, including Folksam Traffic Research and Stockholm County. Dr. Friberg's research group operates as an interdisciplinary hub bringing together medical doctors, psychologists, sociologists, economists, and other professionals to address complex questions at the intersection of health and work capacity. The group frequently employs mixed-methods approaches and has established strong connections with healthcare providers, insurance agencies, and policy makers to ensure research relevance and impact.

Katharine G. AbrahamView profile

Professor

• Labor Economics
• Economic Statistics
• Gig Economy
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Katharine G. Abraham is a Distinguished University Professor of Economics at the University of Maryland, College Park, with affiliations in the Department of Survey Methodology. She serves as Director of the Maryland Center for Economics and Policy and is a Research Associate at the National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER). Her career includes leadership roles as Commissioner of the Bureau of Labor Statistics (1993-2001) and member of the President’s Council of Economic Advisers (2011-2013). Ph.D. in Economics, Harvard University (1982) B.S. in Economics (with minor in Statistics), Iowa State University (1976) Research Focus : Labor economics, economic measurement, and policy analysis. Key areas include gig economy dynamics, retirement decisions, health insurance impacts, labor force participation trends, and improving economic data systems. Her work bridges theoretical analysis with practical survey methodology improvements. Recent projects examine mobile device data for onsite work analysis, self-employment patterns among older workers, and labor market effects of policy changes. She contributes to measuring human capital and addressing survey nonresponse biases. Scientific Recognition : Member, National Academy of Sciences Member, American Academy of Arts and Sciences Distinguished Fellow, American Economic Association Fellow, American Statistical Association and IZA Institute Policy Impact : Chair of the Commission on Evidence-Based Policymaking (2016-2017), which shaped the Foundations for Evidence-Based Policymaking Act (2018). Currently serves on advisory committees for the Congressional Budget Office, Bureau of Economic Analysis, and Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago.

Jennifer Alonso-GarcíaView profile

Professor

• Actuarial Science
• Pension Systems
• Retirement Income
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Jennifer Alonso-García is a tenured Professor of Actuarial Science in the Department of Mathematics at the Faculty of Sciences, Université Libre de Bruxelles (ULB), a position she has held since October 2019. She concurrently serves as an Associate Investigator at CEPAR, a Netspar Fellow, and treasurer of the PBSS board. Previously, she was a tenure-track Assistant Professor at the University of Groningen's Department of Economics, Econometrics and Finance and a Senior Research Associate at CEPAR. Her academic foundation includes mathematics studies completed in Spain and Germany, culminating in a PhD in Actuarial Science from the Université Catholique de Louvain in 2015. She maintains professional certification as an IA|BE Qualified Actuary by the Belgian Institute of Actuaries and brings industry experience as a Risk Advisor specializing in Solvency II and MCEV frameworks. Dr. Alonso-García's research program centers on actuarial science with emphasis on pension systems, retirement income security, longevity risk quantification, and variable annuity product design. Her work addresses critical challenges in demographic risk management, intergenerational equity, and sustainable pension financing through advanced stochastic modeling techniques. She investigates how socio-economic factors impact mortality patterns and retirement outcomes, with particular focus on fairness in pension design. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2021-2025) reveals consistent thematic focus on pension economics and actuarial modeling, characterized by three dominant trends: intergenerational risk-sharing mechanisms in public pension schemes, innovative variable annuity contract designs with hybrid guarantees, and socio-demographic mortality analysis incorporating AI techniques. Her work demonstrates strong methodological rigor in applying risk measures to pension sustainability assessments. Her scholarly contributions have been recognized through prestigious awards: ICA 2018 Best Paper Award IAA Section IAAHS Best Paper Award (2018) IAA Section PBSS Best Paper Award (2019) Dr. Alonso-García actively shapes her field through significant service commitments including Associate Editor for Annals of Actuarial Science, Editorial Board membership at ASTIN Bulletin, and Scientific Board position at Anales del Instituto de Actuarios Españoles. She co-organizes the One World Actuarial Research Seminar and frequently participates in international collaborative projects, evidenced by upcoming engagements including a workshop on pension design in Andros, Greece (September 2025), a research visit to UNSW Sydney (October 2025), and the 1st ASTIN Bulletin Conference in Zürich (January 2026).

Allison K. HoffmanView profile

Professor

• Health Law
• Health Policy
• Health Insurance Regulation
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Allison K. Hoffman is the William Maul Measey Professor of Law and Health Sciences at the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School, where she researches health care law and policy with a focus on insurance regulation, Medicare, the Affordable Care Act, and long-term care. She previously served as Deputy Dean (2022-2024) and holds a faculty appointment in medical ethics. Her scholarship critically examines: Health insurance market design and regulatory failures Equity implications of Medicaid and Medicare policies Financial security in aging and long-term care systems Legal frameworks for vulnerable populations, including immigrants and low-income communities Political economy of health reform, particularly post-ACA developments Recent publications analyze trends in health policy litigation (e.g., Supreme Court decisions on Medicaid funding), digital privacy in healthcare, pandemic-era insurance systems, and the ethical dimensions of dementia care. Her work consistently addresses systemic inequities and the tension between market-based solutions and social insurance models. Awards: Robert A. Gorman Award for Excellence in Teaching (2017-18) As Deputy Dean, she oversaw academic programs and institutional strategy. She frequently contributes to national media ( The New York Times , Washington Post ) and regulatory discourse, particularly regarding Medicaid sustainability and coverage accessibility under recent federal policy shifts.

Emmanuelle LERAYView profile

Professor

• Epidemiology
• Chronic Diseases
• Multiple Sclerosis
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Emmanuelle LERAY is a Professor at EHESP (Ecole des Hautes Etudes en Santé Publique) specializing in epidemiology and public health. She serves as Director of U1309 Research on Health Services and Management (RSMS), an Inserm-certified team within the UMR Arènes. Her institutional affiliations include the Research Collective on Disability, Autonomy, Inclusive Society (CoRHASI), the Department of Quantitative Methods in Public Health (METIS), and UMR 6051 ARENES Course. Dr. LERAY completed her thesis in epidemiology at the University of Rennes 1 in 2005 and obtained her HDR in 2017. After training at ISPED in Bordeaux, she worked in Burma as an epidemiologist for Aide Médicale Internationale before serving as University Hospital Assistant in the Epidemiology and Public Health Department of the Rennes University Hospital. She joined EHESP at the end of 2010 where she has established herself as a leading researcher in multiple sclerosis epidemiology. Her research focuses on epidemiology of chronic diseases, particularly multiple sclerosis , examining care pathways, health services, and the impact of social determinants on health outcomes. She investigates developments in the health system, fights against social and territorial inequalities in health, and studies the organization, management, regulation and control of health services. Her work spans social and health policies with particular attention to disability, chronic illness, and health determinants. Dr. LERAY coordinates the EU "Introduction to the methodology of epidemiological studies - part 1" for Master 1 public health at Rennes 1-EHESP and the Joint Public Health Seminar. She teaches epidemiology, biostatistics, and health observation, contributing significantly to public health education through her methodological expertise. Her extensive publication record shows consistent focus on multiple sclerosis epidemiology, with particular attention to socioeconomic determinants of health, treatment access, disability progression, pregnancy outcomes, and healthcare utilization in MS patients. Her research connects clinical aspects of multiple sclerosis with broader health system organization and social determinants, often using large-scale data linkage approaches including the French multiple sclerosis cohort (OFSEP) and national health insurance database. Dr. LERAY is actively involved in developing clinical guidelines, particularly regarding vaccinations and cancer management in multiple sclerosis patients. Her work bridges clinical practice and health services research, aiming to improve care pathways and reduce health inequalities for patients with chronic neurological conditions.

Bernt BratsbergView profile

Adjunct Professor

• Labor markets
• immigration
• wage inequality
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Bernt Bratsberg is a Senior Research Fellow at the Frisch Centre and an Adjunct Professor at ESOP, Department of Economics, University of Oslo. With a Ph.D. in Economics from the University of California at Santa Barbara (1991), he has established himself as a leading researcher in labor economics, immigration, wage inequality, and education. Dr. Bratsberg's educational background includes a Ph.D. in Economics from the University of California at Santa Barbara (1991), an M.A. in Economics from the same institution (1987), and a Cand. Mag. in Computer Science from the University of Bergen, Norway (1984). His research spans several interconnected areas including labor market dynamics, immigration economics, wage inequality patterns, and education outcomes. A significant portion of his recent work focuses on the intersection of cognitive ability, education, and labor market outcomes, with particular attention to demographic trends and long-term societal implications. His research often utilizes large-scale Norwegian population data, particularly from the HUNT study, to examine relationships between early life factors and later-life outcomes. Dr. Bratsberg's work on cognitive ability and earnings has revealed important insights about how cognitive skills relate to economic outcomes, particularly at the top of the earnings distribution. His research on immigration has examined how immigrant groups integrate into the labor market and how this is affected by social insurance systems and economic conditions. More recently, his work has expanded into understanding how occupational factors influence cognitive health in later life. Among his notable contributions are studies on the social gradients in employment during the COVID-19 pandemic, the relationship between cognitive function at age 18 and dementia risk, and the impact of automation risk on electoral behavior with gendered consequences. Dr. Bratsberg has been actively involved in numerous research projects at the Frisch Centre, particularly those related to labor market, welfare, and education themes. His work often involves collaboration with other prominent Norwegian economists including Ole Røgeberg, Oddbjørn Raaum, and Knut Røed.

Nolan MillerView profile

Professor

• Health Economics
• Environmental Economics
• Economic Development
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Nolan Miller is the Daniel and Cynthia Mah Helle Professor of Finance and Director of the Center for Business and Public Policy at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. He holds a PhD in Managerial Economics and Decision Sciences from Northwestern University (1999) and B.A./B.S. degrees in Philosophy and Economics from the University of Pennsylvania (1994). He previously served at Harvard University's Kennedy School of Government as Associate and Assistant Professor of Public Policy (2004-2009). His research focuses on the economics of information and incentives, particularly in healthcare, environmental policy, development economics, and industrial organization. Notable projects include analyzing the health impacts of temperature and air pollution on elderly populations, supported by a National Institute on Aging grant, and studying disability insurance trends during economic recessions. He also explores consumer behavior in developing economies, such as Giffen behavior and price subsidies' effects on nutrition. Miller is a Research Associate at the National Bureau of Economic Research and has authored studies in top journals like the American Economic Review, Review of Economics and Statistics, and Journal of Health Economics. His teaching includes courses on microeconomics, market fundamentals, and financial economics. Current roles include Chair of the Senate Committee on Education Policy (Office of the Provost, UIUC) and leadership in the Center for Business and Public Policy, which bridges academic research and policy impact. His work emphasizes policy-relevant analysis, such as evaluating climate change's economic and health costs and improving healthcare quality through market mechanisms.

• Disability Studies
• Social Inclusion
• Aging and Disability
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Caroline Ellison is an Associate Professor and Program Director of the Bachelor of Social Science (Ageing and Disability) at the University of South Australia, within the UniSA Justice and Society department. Her work focuses on disability studies, social inclusion, and aging populations. She has conducted extensive research on social media use among people with disabilities, leisure and retirement planning for individuals with intellectual disabilities, and policy analysis related to disability support systems. Key contributions include evaluations of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and studies on virtual reality applications in disability care. Her interdisciplinary approach bridges academic research with practical policy recommendations. Research interests span social connectedness, technology integration in disability support, end-of-life care for people with disabilities, and inclusive sports initiatives. She has authored/co-authored over 30 peer-reviewed articles and reports, including influential works on transitional housing for NDIS participants and peer support programs for people with physical disabilities. Ellison is actively involved in community engagement and serves as a research degree supervisor.

Ning HsiehView profile

Associate Professor

• Health Equity
• Health Inequities
• Social Determinants of Health
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Ning Hsieh is an Associate Professor in the Department of Sociology at Michigan State University, affiliated with the College of Social Science. Their research focuses on health equity, stress processes, and social connections across intersections of sexuality, gender, race/ethnicity, and aging. Current work examines healthcare inequities in vulnerable populations, including sexual/gender minorities and older adults. Education: PhD in Demography and Sociology from the University of Pennsylvania (2014). Previously held a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Chicago. Research Interests: Health disparities, intersectionality, stigma and discrimination, aging populations, LGBTQ+ health, and cultural competency in healthcare. Recent work explores how social relationships buffer against dementia risks and how race/ethnicity-sexuality-gender intersections affect healthcare access and outcomes. Key Publications: Over 20 peer-reviewed articles in leading journals such as Demography , Journal of Health and Social Behavior , and Health Affairs . Recent topics include flu vaccination inequities, cognitive impairment risk among sexual minorities, and disparities in primary care access. Awards: Recognitions from ASA, SSSP, IPUMS, and MSU. Funded by National Institute on Aging and Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality. Associated Programs: Asian Pacific American Studies Program and Center for Gender in Global Context at MSU. Active in collaborative research on aging and health equity.

Karen ShenView profile

Assistant Professor

• Health Economics
• Healthcare Labor Markets
• Long-Term Care
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Karen Shen is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Health Policy and Management at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. She is affiliated with the Roger and Flo Lipitz Center to Advance Policy in Aging and Disability, the Hopkins Economics of Alzheimer’s Disease & Services Center, and the Hopkins Business of Health Initiative. Her research focuses on healthcare labor markets and financing policies affecting aging populations and individuals with mental health and substance use disorders. PhD in Economics, Harvard University, 2021 MS in Statistics, Stanford University, 2013 BS in Mathematical and Computational Sciences, Stanford University, 2013 Dr. Shen's research lies at the intersection of health economics and public policy. Her work investigates how labor market dynamics, staffing policies, and public financing mechanisms impact care delivery and outcomes, particularly in long-term care and mental health settings. She employs rigorous econometric methods to analyze large-scale datasets and inform evidence-based policy. Her recent publications span topics such as healthcare worker shortages, Medicaid financing of home care, nursing home staffing and quality, opioid use disorder treatment access, and the impact of the pandemic on healthcare employment. The articles reflect a strong trend toward policy-relevant empirical research using quasi-experimental designs and administrative data to evaluate real-world interventions. Alleviating Worker Shortages Through Targeted Subsidies: Evidence from Incentive Payments in Healthcare (2024) Who benefits from public financing of home-based long term care? Evidence from Medicaid (2024) Health Care Staff Turnover and Quality of Care at Nursing Homes (2023) Do Policies to Increase Access to Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder Work? (2023) Job Flows Into and Out of Health Care Before and After the COVID-19 Pandemic (2024) Dr. Shen has not received any explicitly mentioned scientific awards in the provided texts. She advises students in health economics and policy, though specific advisees are not listed. She has been involved in research grants related to aging, Alzheimer’s disease, and healthcare policy through her center affiliations. Her work has been widely disseminated, with publications in top journals and attention from news outlets and social media. She is part of collaborative research networks focusing on aging, mental health, and healthcare systems.

• Public Health
• Mental Health
• Substance Use Disorders
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Michael S Argenyi is an Assistant Professor at UMass Chan Medical School in the Department of Family Medicine and Community Health. With a background in history (BA from Seattle University), public health (MPH from Boston University), social work (MSW from Boston University), and medicine (MD from Creighton University), his work bridges clinical practice with public health research. His focus areas include health disparities among sexual and gender minority populations, substance use disorders, HIV/AIDS, and accessibility for the Deaf community. Education: BA, MPH, MSW, MD Dr. Argenyi's research examines intersections between disability status and health outcomes, particularly in LGBTQ+ youth and college students. He investigates naloxone implementation, STI prevention, and ethical standards for Deaf medical learners. His publications span journals in public health, toxicology, emergency medicine, and medical ethics, with recent work on HIV care continuum gaps and mental health disparities. His work highlights the importance of communication access for Deaf individuals in healthcare settings and integrates social media analysis for HIV screening trends. While no formal awards are listed, his collaborations (e.g., with Melissa Anderson) and cross-disciplinary networks reflect broad impact.

Tobias Benjamin MüllerView profile

Professor

• Health Economics
• Health Policy
• Hospital Quality Assessment
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Prof. Dr. Tobias Benjamin Müller serves as a Professor at the Bern University of Applied Sciences (BFH) within the School of Health Professions and the Institute of Health Economics and Health Policy. His academic profile demonstrates significant leadership in health economics research with direct policy implications for the Swiss healthcare system. His educational foundation includes a PhD in Health Economics from the University of Lucerne (2013-2017), participation in the International Doctoral Program in Health Economics and Policy at the Swiss School of Public Health, and a Master of Science in Economics from the University of Bern (2011-2013). Müller's research program focuses on critical healthcare efficiency questions, particularly examining hospital quality variation, low-value care prevalence, and physician decision-making processes. His methodology combines rigorous econometric analysis with emerging machine learning techniques to extract meaningful insights from complex healthcare datasets. Current projects investigate whether Swiss hospitals provide consistent quality to patients, the extent of unnecessary care in outpatient settings, and how personalized information affects medical decisions. His publication record shows a clear trajectory toward increasingly sophisticated analytical approaches, with recent work (2022-2025) emphasizing machine learning applications for risk adjustment in hospital comparisons and behavioral economics frameworks for understanding health plan choices. The consistent funding from organizations like SNSF underscores the policy relevance of his research. As project leader for multiple significant initiatives including Hospital Comparison in the Swiss Inpatient Sector and Low-Value Care in Outpatient Care, Müller directs research teams investigating fundamental questions about healthcare value and efficiency. His work directly contributes to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals related to good health and well-being, with practical applications for healthcare policymakers seeking to optimize resource allocation.