Liwen Guo
Senior Research Officer
Econ PhD
liwen.guo@thekids.org.au
Liwen Guo is a researcher and university educator who works with academics, research institutes, and policymakers to understand the social and health impacts of economic and environmental shocks. She believes that high-quality data and rigorous empirical analysis are essential for developing effective, inclusive policies, especially those that protect vulnerable populations such as children.
Liwen has worked on a range of interdisciplinary projects. Her research has been published in top-tier journals such as Energy Economics (ABDC A*), with findings informing discussions on air pollution, childhood adversity, and energy poverty. She has also contributed to policy-oriented research supported by Australian Research Council (ARC) grants and Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) initiatives.
Education and Qualifications
- PhD – UNSW
Awards/Honours
- 2023 - Best Paper Award, wISE Conference (sponsored by Australian Journal of Management), Sydney
Projects
Causal Impact of COVID-19 Lockdowns on the Mental Health of Australian Children
This project investigates the prevalence, risk factors, and causal impact of COVID-19 lockdowns on mental health disorders, self-harm, and suicide among Australian children.