Urban Economics Informal Workshop (2026)

An informal afternoon workshop featuring presentations by visiting researchers and members of the BQSE community, followed by drinks and discussion. The workshop is intended to encourage exchange of new research ideas in a relaxed setting.

Programme

14:00–14:40

Matéo Moglia (CREST)

The Hidden Costs of Urbanization

14:40–15:20

Raian Kudashev (VU Amsterdam)

Welfare Effects of Congestion in Luxembourg and the Greater Region

15:20–16:00

Dimitria Freitas (Humboldt, Thünen Institute, TU Dresden)

Public Sector Relocation and Regional Development in Germany

16:00–16:20

Coffee break

16:20–17:00

Max Perl (University of Duisburg–Essen)

Local Effects of Industrial Complexes

17:00–17:40

WIP Flash Talks

Tim Ferber (PSE), Fan Yin (Humboldt University)

Informal drinks