Extended deadline: 12 July ------- It is approximately seventy years since the first country in Africa gained formal independence from colonial rule. Following the blowing of the ‘winds of change’ in the 1960s, when most countries gained independence, the last African country only achieved majority political rule in 1994. Since then, the drive by international […]
Are you interested in enhancing your research capabilities and staying competitive in the field of econometrics? Join us for an intensive workshop on "Mastering Time-Series Econometrics with R Programming." This workshop is designed for PhD and Master's students at the University of Calabar who are eager to develop advanced skills in time-series analysis using the […]
Introduction The economy is a complex evolving system, thus its analysis requires tools that can take into account all dimensions relevant to such a complex world. As young researchers, we often question how to take into account heterogeneity, interactions, non-linearities, path-dependency, tipping points to name a few. If that wasn't enough, reality keeps imposing to […]
Please note the submission period for proposals is from June 17th to July 21st Por favor, tenga en cuenta que el perÃodo de presentación de propuestas es del 17 de junio al 21 de julio Por favor, observe que o perÃodo de submissão de propostas é de 17 de junho a 21 de julho […]
The Money View Reading Group reads and discusses writings on money, banking, and finance. We are a self-directed group. Anyone interested in money and banking can read the readings, join us for discussions, or suggest future readings. We meet for 90 minutes via Zoom on Tuesdays at 2 pm Eastern Time US (New York). Current […]
Socially engaged science. Perspectives from political economy, philosophy and history of science & science and technology studies. Scientific research and innovation are at the center of contemporary discussions about how to tackle global challenges, such as climate change, pandemics, unsustainable development, rising inequality and poverty. The hope is that solutions to these challenges can be […]
The upcoming Regional Studies Association Central and Eastern European (RSA CEE) Conference is scheduled to take place in Dubrovnik from September 11 to 13, 2024. This event will bring together researchers, policymakers, practitioners, and students working in all areas related to regional studies to discuss the changing internal and external dynamics of CEE. The pre-conference […]
Ask any questions about how to run projects in YSI The conversation may cover: What it means to be an organizer in YSi How to think about projects in general The logistics of virtual projects The logistics of in-person projects Questions you have about a specific project You can watch recordings from previous calls here: […]
The European Trade Study Group (ETSG) is a collaborative forum for academic discussion on international trade, involving universities and research institutes such as Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf, Politecnico di Milano, University of Bern, and University of Groningen. This year's annual conference will be held at the Athens School of Economics & Business from September 12 […]
The COVID-19 pandemic has profoundly disrupted global economies, including significant economic contractions across Southeast Asian countries. The consequences are vast, particularly evident in nations heavily reliant on tourism such as Thailand, Vietnam, and Cambodia, which have suffered due to travel restrictions and border closures. Slowdowns in production and delays in the delivery of goods and […]
We as humans are in constant tension within ourselves and with our surroundings. This upcoming session explores Simone Weil’s avenues to a more connected and rooted life and society. Join us to discuss how we spend our day, how we interact with each other, and how the concept of rootedness may guide us on our […]
In collaboration with the International Economic Development Council (IEDC), we are pleased to invite submissions for a three-day workshop focused on "Housing, Sustainable Cities, and Regional Economic Sustainability." The workshop will take place in Denver, Colorado. It aims to provide a platform for young scholars, professionals, emerging leaders, and researchers to present and enhance their […]
