Pre-conference YSI-RSA Workshop – Sustainable pathways in CEE and SEE regional transition

University of Dubrovnik Lapadska obala 7, Dubrovnik, Croatia (Local Name: Hrvatska)

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 […]

Monthly Office Hours for (Aspiring) Organizers

Virtual Project Virtual Project

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: […]

YSI @ 25th ETSG Conference 2024

Athens School of Economics & Business Athens, Greece

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 […]

YSI @ Workshop on Southeast Asia Economic Development in the Post-Pandemic Era

Universiti Malaya Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

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 […]

project Series Economics in Search of a Soul

Rootedness in Self and Society

Virtual Project Virtual Project

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 […]

Young Scholars and Emerging Leaders Workshop on Housing, Sustainable Cities and Regional Economic Sustainability

Hyatt Regency Colorado Convention Center 650 15th St, Denver, CO 80202, United States, Denver, Colorado, CO, United States

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 […]

YSI @ AKB Meeting

UFAL - Federal University of Alagoas Maceió, Maceió, Brazil

The Keynesian Economics Working Group is glad to announce a group meeting at the AKB conference. Together with Aninna Kaltenbrunner (University of Leeds/PKES, YSI’s invited speaker), we aim to discuss emerging themes in post-Keynesian economics, focusing on recent developments of post-Keynesian literature and future perspectives. Young scholars are invited to engage in the discussion, bringing their […]

YSI @ AKB Meeting

UFAL - Federal University of Alagoas Maceió, Maceió, Brazil

The Keynesian Economics Working Group is glad to announce a group meeting at the AKB conference. Together with Aninna Kaltenbrunner (University of Leeds/PKES, YSI’s invited speaker), we aim to discuss emerging themes in post-Keynesian economics, focusing on recent developments of post-Keynesian literature and future perspectives. Young scholars are invited to engage in the discussion, bringing their […]

project Series Money View Reading Group

Money View Reading Group

Virtual Project Virtual Project

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 usually meet via Zoom every other Tuesday at 4 pm Eastern Time US (New York). Current Reading […]

WINIR Young Scholars Pre-Conference Workshop

Center for Governance and Markets, University of Pittsburgh 3807 Wesley W. Posvar Hall 230 South Bouquet Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

WINIR YS Pre-Conference Workshop Bridging Divides: Institutional Theory and the Dynamics of Coexistence in Global Societies The WINIR Young Scholars Pre-Conference uses institutional theory as a starting point to help us look at how societies with deep cultural and political differences can coexist peacefully and thrive amidst the challenges posed by globalization and technological revolutions. […]

Does the circular economy really lead to a reduction in energy and material consumption?

Sheffield University Management School Conduit Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom

The concept of rebound effects, and the estimation thereof, began in energy economics and referred to a situation wherein an energy efficiency improvement did not lead to reduced energy usage (and in some cases led to increased energy demand), due to a variety of consumer demand responses. More recently, this idea of rebound effects has […]

Navigating the Academic Terrain for Early Career Scholars: Thoughts and Reflections

ZOU Board Room Corner Samora Machel Avenue and Leopold Takawira Street, Harare, Harare, Zimbabwe

Introduction The academic journey is often a bumpy ride for early post-graduate students and early career scholars, punctuated by numerous challenges which can discourage even the most determined mind. Lack of funding and inadequate mentorship pose serious challenges for the young academics in the Global South as they attempt to blaze a trail of their […]