Minou specializes in research on human behavior and behavioral change, especially in the financial domain. At BISS, she works on topics such as poverty and debt, financial goals, financial advice, and pension communication and choice guidance. In all the work she does, she wants to use her knowledge on financial behavior to have a positive impact on society. She knows how to bridge the gap between science and practice, which she shows in her research, but also in a role as advisor or an engaging public speaker. 

Previously, Minou worked at Nibud as an expert in financial behavior for several years. While working at Nibud, she obtained her PhD in social psychology at Leiden University, investigating how behavioral insights can be used to improve sound financial decision-making. After her PhD, she set-up and managed the Knowledge Centre Psychology and Economic Behavior, which aims to bridge the gap between scientific knowledge on human behavior and professionals or policy-makers in the field. At BISS, she will continue on the path of applying scientific insights for practical solutions with impact. 

Keywords: 

• Research 
• Financial behavior 
• Behavioral change