Laura Derksen

Laura Derksen is a Research Fellow at the Frisch Centre, affiliated with the University of Oslo. Her academic background spans economics and mathematics, with a PhD in Economics from the London School of Economics (2016) and an MSc in Mathematics from École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne (2007).

Research Interests:

• Health Economics
• Development Economics
• Social Networks
• Education Policy

Key Contributions: Dr. Derksen's recent work examines the intersection of technology and health outcomes, including the impact of electronic medical records on HIV care. Her research also explores behavioral strategies to improve healthcare compliance and educational access in developing contexts. Selected publications highlight her focus on evidence-based policy design for vulnerable populations.

Selected Publications: Her 2025 paper in The Review of Economics and Statistics analyzes HIV patient outcomes through digital health systems, while her 2024 Economic Journal article investigates appointment-based commitment devices in healthcare.