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Benoît DECERF is an Associate Professor at the University of Namur, affiliated with the Department of Economics and several research centers including the Development Finance & Public Policies (DeFiPP), Center for Research in Development Economics (CRED), and Center for Research in Regional Economics and Economic Policy (CERPE).
His research focuses on microeconomic theory with particular emphasis on poverty measurement, mechanism design, social choice, and public economics. DECERF's work bridges theoretical economics with practical policy applications, especially in developing metrics for poverty that incorporate dimensions beyond income, such as mortality and deprivation. His research demonstrates a consistent interest in developing rigorous theoretical frameworks that address real-world economic inequality and social welfare issues.
DECERF's publication record shows a strong trajectory in high-impact economics journals, with recent work focusing on innovative poverty indicators for Europe and theoretical frameworks for comparing mechanisms that partially satisfy properties. His research has gained significant attention, with multiple papers receiving policy citations and substantial readership.
- Louis-André Gerard-Varet Prize (2017)
As Project Manager for "Dying prematurely is a form of poverty" (2019-2020), DECERF has led research examining the intersection of poverty and mortality. His work has been cited in policy sources and discussed across social media platforms, indicating its relevance to contemporary economic policy debates. DECERF maintains active research collaborations, as evidenced by his co-authored publications with scholars across different institutions.
DECERF is affiliated with multiple research centers at the University of Namur that focus on development economics, public policy, and regional economic analysis, suggesting his work integrates with broader institutional research initiatives in these areas.
