Ruth M. Gibson

Ruth M. Gibson is a postdoctoral researcher at Stanford University, known for her work on the impact of international sanctions on health outcomes. As the lead author of a groundbreaking study published in The Lancet Global Health, she explores the detrimental effects of reduced foreign aid on maternal and infant mortality in low- and middle-income countries. Gibson's research draws on her firsthand experiences in Madagascar, where she witnessed the collapse of the healthcare system following a coup and the subsequent withdrawal of international aid. Her work aims to illuminate the consequences of geopolitical interventions and advocate for policies that prioritize human health.