We test how a reduction in travel cost affects the rate and direction of scientific research. Using a fine-grained, scientist-level dataset within chemistry (1991-2012), we find that after Southwest Airlines enters a new route, scientific collaboration increases by 50%, an effect that is...

New Keynesian theory identifies a set of principles central to the design and implementation of monetary policy. These principles rely on the ability of a central bank to manage expectations precisely, with policy prescriptions typically derived under the assumption of perfect information and...

Acknowledgments -- Preface -- Introduction -- Deep science disruption -- The US deep science innovation ecosystem -- Deep science and the development of American venture capital -- Diversity breakdown in venture investing -- Fostering diversity in venture investing -- Deep science venture...

Diese Arbeit beschäftigt sich mit der Motivation von Mitarbeitern an öffentlichen wissenschaftlichen Einrichtungen. Anhand einer Mitarbeiterumfrage am Leibniz-Institut für Agrartechnik Potsdam-Bornim e. V. werden mehrere Hypothesen untersucht, die auf der Self-Determination-Theory basieren....

Competition is important. This holds for many sectors of society like economy, politics and sports but also science and academia. Competition has positive effects on the performance and selection of its participants according to the prevailing criteria of the competition. Thus it is essential...

This editorial launches REGION, the new online and open-access journal of ERSA. REGION aims to be a high-quality academic journal in the field of regional science. To its contributors, it offers a solid peer-review process and immediate publica- tion upon acceptance. Also, it will be a flexible...

Diese Arbeit beschäftigt sich mit der Motivation von Mitarbeitern an öffentlichen wissenschaftlichen Einrichtungen. Anhand einer Mitarbeiterumfrage am Leibniz-Institut für Agrartechnik Potsdam-Bornim e. V. werden mehrere Hypothesen untersucht, die auf der Self-Determination-Theory basieren....

"Science is the cornerstone of development. As the connection between scientific advancement and development becomes firmer, efforts are directed towards strengthening the scientific system. This is increasingly relevant and indispensable for countries on the path of scientific progress....