Mr. Aniss Louchez | Econometrics | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Aniss Louchez, University of Lille, France

Aniss Louchez is a French economist and researcher specializing in health economics, pharmacoeconomics, and community pharmacies. He holds a PharmD from the University of Lille II (2010-2016) and advanced degrees in health economics and medical sciences from the University of Créteil and the University of Lille. He is currently completing his PhD in economics at the University of Lille, focusing on public policy assessment, preference analysis, and spatial access in healthcare systems. Louchez has significant experience in research and policy analysis, with particular expertise in econometrics, healthcare access, and the impact of pharmacy closures. He has contributed to various conferences and publications, including research on the role of pharmacists in the COVID-19 vaccination campaign and the effect of pharmacy closures on spatial accessibility. Louchez has taught courses in econometrics, public policy, and health economics at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. His work is informed by a passion for improving healthcare access and addressing social inequities. Louchez also manages student internships and serves as a jury member for multiple academic thesis examinations. He has received several accolades, including a thesis award for his pharmacy thesis and an innovation award for his work on intermittent energies.

Professional Profile 🎓

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Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award 🌍

Aniss Louchez is highly suitable for the Best Researcher Award due to his comprehensive and impactful research in the field of health economics and pharmacoeconomics. His extensive work on healthcare access, community pharmacies, spatial analysis, and public health policy assessment demonstrates a strong interdisciplinary approach. Here are the key reasons why he stands out:

Education 📚

University of Lille II (2010–2016)
- PharmD: Pharmaceutical studies.
University of Lille II (2012–2013)
- Master 1: Modern Methods for Drug Discovery.
University of Créteil (2015–2016)
- Master 2: Health Economics.
University of Lille (2016–2018)
- General Education in Medical Sciences Diploma.
University of Lille (2019–2024)
- PhD in Economics: Focused on econometrics, public policy assessment, and preference analysis.

Work Experience 💼

ATER (Attaché Temporaire d’Enseignement et de Recherche) (Jan 2023 – Apr 2025)
- Teaching econometrics, university methodology seminars, and descriptive statistics.
PhD Student in Economics (2019–2023)
- Conducted research in econometrics, public policy assessment, and preference analysis.
IRDES – Institut de Recherche et de Documentation en Économie de la Santé (6 months in 2016)
- Research on polymedicine and patient pathways in the healthcare system.
Saïdal – Pharmaceutical Industry, Algeria (4 months in 2015)
- Worked in quality assurance, regulatory affairs, and diabetes product management.

Awards and Recognitions 🏅

2022-03: Innovation Award – Challenge Doc for outstanding work on intermittent energies.
2017-07: Thesis Award – Recognized for exceptional quality in pharmacy thesis research.
2007: Honor Citizen of La Villa de la Plata (Argentina) – Acknowledged for significant contributions to the local community.

Research Skills 🔬

Quantitative and Econometric Analysis
- Expertise in econometrics methods including interrupted time series, synthetic control models, difference-in-differences, and regression discontinuity.
- Application of count data models for prediction and simulation.
Spatial and Preference Analysis
- Proficient in spatial accessibility analysis using GIS tools.
- Conducting discrete choice experiments for preference modeling and public health assessments.
Health Economics and Policy Evaluation
- Assessing economic impacts of healthcare policies on pharmaceutical services and spatial access.
- Extensive experience in analyzing health inequities and pharmacist involvement in vaccination campaigns.
Advanced Data Management and Simulation
- Skilled in using R for data visualization, modeling, and simulation (e.g., Monte Carlo simulations).
- Proficient in C++ and Qt for custom software solutions and health data strategies.
Publications and Dissemination
- Published works in high-impact journals and presented at international conferences.
- Experience in writing patents and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.
Teaching and Mentorship
- Mentorship of students in internships, pharmacy theses, and advanced research methods.
- Active jury member for thesis evaluations and academic admissions.