Summary
Aristide Houndetoungan is an assistant professor of economics at Université Laval with eight years of research and applied experience spanning econometric theory, social networks, and health economics. He holds a PhD from Université Laval and an engineering degree in statistics from ENSAE Dakar, blending rigorous statistical training with policy-facing work. His background includes academic posts in France and Canada, doctoral research roles, and consultancy for the World Bank, where he translated econometric insights into real-world development projects. He combines theoretical modeling with empirical applications of social interactions, often using advanced statistics to study health and network effects. Colleagues note his early leadership running a university computing club, signaling technical initiative alongside academic depth. He maintains an active professional presence and shares his work at www.ahoundetoungan.com.
8 years of coding experience
8 years of employment as a software developer
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Economics, Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Economics at Université Laval
Engineer's degree, Statistics, Engineer's degree, Statistics at ENSAE Dakar
Bachelor of Science - BS, Statistics, Bachelor of Science - BS, Statistics at Université d'Abomey-Calavi
French, English