We welcome empirical and theoretical contributions addressing topics related to the family. One focus of the workshop is the design and impact of family policies, in particular with respect to family choices (e.g. fertility, childcare, labour supply, family structure). We are also interested in...

The workshop is generally open for all topics in the field of law and economics, a particular focus will be on the law and economics of capital markets and competition law and economics.

A key element of the EU Banking Union is on the political Agenda: The Single Resolution Mechanism. The new authority will touch complicated and sensible legal, regulatory and political dimensions. It raises severe questions on legitimacy,institutional setting, funding and political influence....

Topics: - Spillovers Between Real Estate Markets and Capital Markets - Financing Behaviour and Stability of Real Estate Markets - Urban Development and New Ownership Structures in Housing Markets - Performance and Risk of Real Estate Based Capital Market Instruments - Regulation of Real Estate...

The forum aims at providing a platform for the discussion of recent cases, general competition policy issues, and relevant academic research in the field. Renowned practioners and academics will be invited to present their views on cases and general policy questions, followed by a discussion of...

Theoretical, empirical and policy-oriented contributions from all areas of the economics of innovation and patenting are welcome. Topics: - Innovation and Firm Performance - Financing of Innovation - Generation of Knowledge and Innovation - Markets for Technology - Globalisation and Innovation -...

The Centre for European Economic Research (ZEW) is pleased to announce the third conference of its international research programme "Strengthening Efficiency and Competitiveness in the European Knowledge Economies" (SEEK). We seek high-quality academic work in areas such as: - Dual labour...