In a world where scientific and technological advancements propel social and economic development, comprehending the intricacies of scientific organization becomes indispensable for a better understanding of our society. The 19th edition of the Workshop on the Organisation, Economics, and Policy of Scientific Research (WOEPS), hosted by The Department of Management, Economics and Industrial Engineering of Politecnico di Milano, stands as a unique platform. It seeks to foster a vibrant community for scholars in economics, sociology, management, and related fields who are dedicated to unraveling the intricate processes behind scientific organization.
We aim to attract contributions from both junior and senior scholars on topics related to the organisation, economics and policy of scientific research. A minimum number of slots are reserved for junior researchers (PhD students or postdoc scholars who obtained their PhD in 2021 or later).
Contributions are invited on (but not limited to) one or more of the following topics:
- Organisation of research activities in universities, PROs and private R&D labs
- The evaluation of science policy
- Science in the private sector and spillovers from scientific research
- Role of individual researcher characteristics in scientific research
- Science research networks and collaboration
- Scientific careers and mobility
How to apply
Please submit previously unpublished papers or extended abstracts (min 3 pages) by 7th January 2026 here. We strive to notify authors by 15th February 2026.
Up to 18 contributions will be selected by the
In a world where scientific and technological advancements propel social and economic development, comprehending the intricacies of scientific organization becomes indispensable for a better understanding of our society. The 19th edition of the Workshop on the Organisation, Economics, and Policy of Scientific Research (WOEPS), hosted by The Department of Management, Economics and Industrial Engineering of Politecnico di Milano, stands as a unique platform. It seeks to foster a vibrant community for scholars in economics, sociology, management, and related fields who are dedicated to unraveling the intricate processes behind scientific organization.
We aim to attract contributions from both junior and senior scholars on topics related to the organisation, economics and policy of scientific research. A minimum number of slots are reserved for junior researchers (PhD students or postdoc scholars who obtained their PhD in 2021 or later).
Contributions are invited on (but not limited to) one or more of the following topics:
- Organisation of research activities in universities, PROs and private R&D labs
- The evaluation of science policy
- Science in the private sector and spillovers from scientific research
- Role of individual researcher characteristics in scientific research
- Science research networks and collaboration
- Scientific careers and mobility
How to apply
Please submit previously unpublished papers or extended abstracts (min 3 pages) by 7th January 2026 here. We strive to notify authors by 15th February 2026.
Up to 18 contributions will be selected by the scientific committee based on novelty, academic quality and relevance. No review or comments will be offered to the authors to supplement the decision. All presentations will have a discussant. Accepted authors are asked to submit full papers by 6th March 2026.
Please refer to our website for additional information.
Participation, travel and accommodation expenses
Participation in the workshop is free for authors of selected papers.
We are offering a limited number of travel and accommodation support grants to junior scholars (PhD students or scholars, who obtained their PhD in 2020 or later) without local funds. To be considered for such grants please state your intention and your eligibility by writing to danielfernando.desouza@polimi.it.
Best Junior Scholar Paper
During the Workshop, a Special Mention in honor of Paul A. David will be awarded to the Best Junior Scholar Paper. Eligible papers are works of one or more junior scholars (PhD students or those who received their PhD in 2021 or later) as primary (either first or corresponding) author. Authors wishing to participate in the competition for the Best Young Scholar Paper, please indicate your intention and confirm your eligibility during the application process.
Scientific Committee
Catherine Beaudry (Polytechnique Montréal) â–ª Guido Buenstorf (University Kassel) â–ª Nicolas Carayol (Université de Bordeaux, GREThA) â–ª Michele Cincera (Université Libre de Bruxelles) â–ª Aldo Geuna (Università di Torino) â–ª Hanna Hottenrott (TUM) â–ª Stijn Kelchtermans (KU Leuven) â–ª Cornelia Lawson (University of Manchester) â–ªPatrick Llerena (Université de Strasbourg, BETA) â–ªJacques Mairesse (UNU-MERIT, Maastricht University) â–ª Fabio Montobbio (Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore) â–ª Michele Pezzoni (Université Côte d’Azur) â–ª Henry Sauermann (ESMT Berlin) â–ªSotaro Shibayama (University of Tokyo) â–ª Paula Stephan (Georgia State University; NBER) â–ª Valentina Tartari (Stockholm School of Economics) â–ª Reinhilde Veugelers (KU Leuven) â–ª Fabiana Visentin (UNU-MERIT, Maastricht University) â–ª John Walsh (Politecnico di Milano; Georgia Institute of Technology)
Local Organising Committee
Chiara Franzoni (Politecnico di Milano) â–ª Daniel Souza (Politecnico di Milano) â–ª John Walsh (Politecnico di Milano) â–ª Stefano Baruffaldi (Politecnico di Milano)
