Yang (Laura) Liu

Dr. Yang (Laura) Liu

Lecturer

Details

  • College: School of Economics Finance & Marketing
  • Department: Economics Finance & Marketing
  • Campus: City Campus Australia
  • laura.liu@rmit.edu.au

Open to

  • Masters Research or PhD student supervision
  • Industry Projects
  • Collaborative projects

About

I am interested in applying experimental methods to study various topics in microeconomics. My current papers focus on how the design of contests and auctions affects individual decisions. 

As a passionate researcher dedicated to making a real-world impact, I have worked in both academic and industry landscapes. Previous experience as a data specialist enabled me to leverage behavioural economics, experimental and statistical modelling, and AI to gain insights into human behaviour and drive positive change. I am committed to using my skills to contribute to meaningful projects that enhance the world around us.

Research fields

  • 380102 Behavioural economics
  • 380106 Experimental economics
  • 380304 Microeconomic theory
  • 380109 Industry economics and industrial organisation
  • 3801 Applied economics

UN sustainable development goals

  • 10 Reduced Inequalities
  • 9 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
  • 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

Academic positions

  • Research Fellow
  • University of Melbourne
  • Faculty of Business and Economics
  • Melbourne, Australia
  • 1 Jul 2022 – 30 Apr 2025

Non-academic positions

  • Consultant
  • Deloitte (Australia)
  • Strategy AI and Transformation
  • Brisbane, Australia
  • 1 Nov 2021 – 10 Jul 2022
  • Research Data Analyst
  • Optimum Patient Care Australia
  • Data Analytical Team
  • Brisbane, Australia
  • 1 Aug 2020 – 31 Oct 2021

Research interests

Behavioural economis; Experimental economics;

Contest design; Auction design;

Information processing and beliefs;

Initiatives and links

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Acknowledgement of Country

RMIT University acknowledges the people of the Woi wurrung and Boon wurrung language groups of the eastern Kulin Nation on whose unceded lands we conduct the business of the University. RMIT University respectfully acknowledges their Ancestors and Elders, past and present. RMIT also acknowledges the Traditional Custodians and their Ancestors of the lands and waters across Australia where we conduct our business - Artwork 'Sentient' by Hollie Johnson, Gunaikurnai and Monero Ngarigo.

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