What Economists Really Do (W.E.R.D.)

On topics ranging from the climate crisis to labour market discrimination, Oxford economists are working with governments and businesses around the world to improve policy and make the economy work better for everyone.

Find out how economics can be used to shed light on some of the biggest issues facing society today in this new public webinar series.

These events are open to all. They will be held online and are free of charge.
Type: Seminar Series
Web Address: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/university-of-oxford-department-of-economics-28852170263
Organising department: Department of Economics

Talks:

Monday 24 February 2025 (6th Week, Hilary Term)

What Economists Really Do: The Economics of Trade and Politics
Date: 24 February 2025, 12:00 - 13:00 (Monday, 6th week, Hilary 2025)
Speaker : Paola Conconi (University of Oxford)
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Organisers: TBA
Hosts: TBA

Monday 3 March 2025 (7th Week, Hilary Term)

What Economists Really Do: Behavioural Macroeconomics
Date: 3 March 2025, 12:00 - 13:00 (Monday, 7th week, Hilary 2025)
Speaker : Alexandre Kohlhas (University of Oxford)
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Organisers: TBA
Hosts: TBA

Monday 12 May 2025 (17th Week, Hilary Term)

What Economists Really Do: The Economics of Radicalisation
Date: 12 May 2025, 12:00 - 13:00 (Monday, 17th week, Hilary 2025)
Speaker : Jean-Paul Carvalho (University of Oxford)
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Editors: Emma Heritage, Edward Clark