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Olaf Simonse is a researcher and advisor at the Knowledge Centre for Psychology and Economic Behaviour (KCPEG) at Leiden University. He holds a PhD in Social, Economic, and Organisational Psychology (awarded 2024) and previously worked in corporate and government roles focusing on financial literacy and social welfare systems. His research examines financial vulnerability, barriers to social security utilization, and behavioral interventions to improve financial decision-making.
- Education: Econometrics (Tilburg University), PhD in Psychology (Leiden University)
- Professional Roles: Lab Leader for Leiden Leadership Program, trainer in behavioral insights
Key research focuses include financial stress mitigation, simplifying social security access, and addressing systemic barriers faced by vulnerable populations. Simonse bridges academic research with policy through workshops and advisory roles, emphasizing practical applications of behavioral science.
