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Asger Lau Andersen is an Associate Professor in the Department of Economics at the University of Copenhagen. He is a member of the Center for Economic Behavior and Inequality as well as the Economic Policy Research Unit. His research primarily focuses on household economics, particularly consumption, borrowing, and saving behavior, along with political economics. He teaches courses in economics at the university level, guiding students in topics related to household consumption, borrowing, and applied microeconometrics in political economics. Asger earned his PhD in Economics from the University of Copenhagen in 2010, following his Master’s degrees from the London School of Economics and the University of Copenhagen. Over the years, he has held various academic positions and has contributed significantly to multiple research networks and conferences, showcasing his expertise in fiscal policy and household debt. His research contributions are widely recognized, and he has received several prestigious awards and grants, including the DFF-Individual Postdoctoral grant from the Danish Council for Independent Research in 2015, and a travel grant from the Danish Ministry of Science in 2009.
Department of Economics, University of Copenhagen • Copenhagen, Denmark
Teaching and research in economics, focusing on household behavior and political economics.
Department of Economics, University of Copenhagen • Copenhagen, Denmark
Engaged in research and teaching responsibilities in economics.
Danmarks Nationalbank • Copenhagen, Denmark
Advising on economic policies and research.
Focuses on clinical, social, and cognitive psychology.