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Researchers’ Night 2025: Wealth of Knowledge

18 September, 2025

On Friday, 26 September 2025, CERGE-EI will open its doors during the Researchers’ Night in the Czech Republic. At the historic Schebek Palace in Prague, we will explore this year’s theme — WEALTH — in several ways.

We have prepared a varied program for curious minds of all ages, combining lectures on poverty and decision-making, wealth and parenthood, and smart taxes on robots. There is also the possibility to join our puzzle hunt and treasure hunt.

LECTURES

17:00 – Michal Bauer (in English): “Poverty and Decision-Making”
Why is escaping poverty so difficult, and how does scarcity shape human behaviour?
Registration recommended. 

18:15 – Filip Pertold (in Czech): “Parenthood and the Wealth of Society”
A look at how parenthood contributes to inequalities, especially among Czech mothers.
Registration recommended.

19:30 – Ctirad Slavík (in Czech): “Wealth and Inequality – Smart Taxes”
Can tax systems balance equality and economic growth? What trade-offs do we face?
Registration recommended.

GAMES

Encryption Game: What Is Most Valuable?
Sessions at 17:00, 17:45, 19:00, 20:15, 20:30
Solve three ciphers, connect the clues, and uncover surprising truths.
(Recommended age: 15+, approx. 30 minutes)
Registration recommended.

Family Game: Find the Treasure
Ongoing from 17:00 to 21:00
Hunt for clues hidden throughout the second floor of Schebek Palace — a playful exploration for children aged 5+ and their families.

Whether you’re drawn by puzzles, policy questions, or family fun, you’ll find something to spark your interest. Join us and discover what is truly valuable.