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New academic year is beginning at CERGE-EI, bringing new faces, new perspectives, and important developments across our academic community and study programs. We are delighted to welcome new members of our faculty: Alaitz Ayarza Astigarraga, Maxi Guennewig and Konuray Mutluer.

Read more …New Academic Year at CERGE-EI

In a new interview for the CERGE-EI Blog, economist Gérard Roland discusses the ideas behind his latest book, Empires, Nation-States, and Democracies, and reflects on the future of democracy in an increasingly unstable global order.

Read more …Gérard Roland on Why Democracy and the Nation-State May Be on a Collision Course

On Friday, September 25, 2026, CERGE-EI will take part in Researchers’ Night and open the doors of Schebek Palace to the public. The program will begin at 3 PM and will include three lectures, ciphers, a family game, and an opportunity to explore the second floor of CERGE-EI’s historic building in the center of Prague.

Read more …Researchers’ Night at CERGE-EI

In a new episode of CERGE-EI’s Talking Economics podcast, Assistant Professor Achim Ahrens discusses what economic research tells us about migration, refugees and labour market integration. Speaking with host Katarina Stehlíková Štěpánková, Ahrens explains that the labour market effects of migration are far more complex than public debate often suggests.

Read more …New Talking Economics Episode: What Really Helps Refugees Integrate into Labour Markets?

Read more …Czech-Swiss Team Is Developing a Smartphone Tool to Identify Early Signs of Neurodegenerative Diseases