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Stay informed with the latest insights in economics. Subscribe to the BFI Weekly Briefing to receive new research, upcoming events, podcast episodes, Data Studio interactives, and news from the Becker Friedman Institute—delivered straight to your inbox every week. Join thousands of readers following the latest research from UChicago economists. 📩 Subscribe today at the link in our bio. by @beckerfriedman
How will AI transform social science, and how can social science shape the future of AI? At BFI's **AI in Social Science Conference**, researchers and experts from across disciplines came together to explore emerging technologies, innovative research methods, and the evolving intersection of artificial intelligence and social science. Take a look inside the conference, and stay tuned for more insights and highlights from attendees coming soon! #ArtificialIntelligence #SocialScience #UChicago by @beckerfriedman
Stay up to date with the latest economic research from the University of Chicago. BFI's Economic Research Brief Monthly Rollups bring together recent research findings and insights from UChicago scholars in one convenient monthly digest. Each edition highlights key takeaways from BFI Research Briefs, offering accessible, policy-relevant analysis on important economic questions. Explore the latest research and catch up on insights you may have missed at our website! #UChicago #EconomicResearch #Economics by @beckerfriedman
On October 27, BFI welcomed Veronika Grimm for a public discussion on Europe's energy and industrial transformation in a changing geopolitical environment. As geopolitical shifts, technological advances, and the transition to climate neutrality reshape Europe's economy, Grimm explored the challenges of balancing economic competitiveness, energy security, and climate goals. Drawing on recent research, the discussion examined the future of energy-intensive industries, evolving international energy trade, and the growing energy demands of AI and digital infrastructure. Thank you to Grimm and everyone who joined us for this timely conversation! by @beckerfriedman
On October 23–24, BFI hosted the Conference in Honor of Roger Myerson at the University of Chicago, bringing together colleagues, students, collaborators, and friends to celebrate his retirement and remarkable contributions to economics and game theory. The two-day conference recognized Myerson's groundbreaking work while exploring recent advances in economics inspired by his research. Thank you to organizers Benjamin Brooks, Phil Reny, and Konstantin Sonin, and to all the speakers and participants who joined us in celebrating Myerson's distinguished career and lasting impact on the field! by @beckerfriedman
Thank you to everyone who participated in the 2026 Women in Empirical Microeconomics Conference, held October 16–17 at the University of Chicago’s David Rubenstein Forum! Over two days, researchers shared early-stage and works-in-progress research across empirical microeconomics, engaging in thoughtful discussions, exchanging feedback, and exploring new methodological approaches. A special thank you to Janet Currie of Yale University for delivering the keynote address, and to our organizers Pauline Carry, Renata Gaineddenova, Virginia Minni, and Manasvini Singh, along with scientific committee members Yunan Ji, Anna Russo, Awa Ambra Seck, and Garima Sharma, for their contributions to the conference. We are grateful to all speakers, discussants, and attendees for making this a productive and engaging event! by @beckerfriedman
Join the Becker Friedman Institute for Economics (BFI) and the Sadie Collective on November 10 for a Student Lunch Series discussion on Race, Labor Market Inequality, and the Future of Work. Featuring Evan Rose, Associate Professor of Economics at the University of Chicago, and Jessica Fulton, Sadie Collective Advisory Council Member, the conversation will explore how discrimination shapes labor market outcomes, recent trends in labor inequality, and how policymakers have responded. Together, they will examine the role of economic research and policy in understanding labor market disparities and expanding economic opportunity. November 10, 2026 Lunch will be provided. Register to attend on our website! by @beckerfriedman
Please join us in congratulating Diana Smith on her appointment as Executive Director of the Becker Friedman Institute for Economics! Smith has spent more than 13 years at the University of Chicago, leading academic initiatives, supporting interdisciplinary research, and strengthening programs and partnerships across the University. Having served as BFI’s Interim Executive Director since May, Smith brings extensive institutional knowledge and a strong commitment to advancing BFI’s mission. We look forward to this next chapter under her leadership! by @beckerfriedman
🌎 Trade wars, tariffs, and the future of the global economy. Join BFI on November 5 for a Student Lunch Series featuring Financial Times columnist and podcaster Soumaya Keynes, co-author of How to Win a Trade War: An Optimistic Guide to an Anxious Global Economy. Keynes will discuss the growing role of trade policy in international affairs, the economic tools countries use to compete, and what escalating trade tensions could mean for businesses, consumers, and the global economy. 📚 The first 25 attendees will receive a free copy of the book! 🥪 Lunch will be provided. 🔗 Register on our website! #UChicago #Economics #GlobalTrade #TradePolicy #BFI by @beckerfriedman
Exploring the intersection of AI and social science. 🤖 On October 8–9, BFI and the Chicago Booth Center for Applied Artificial Intelligence hosted the 2026 AI in Social Science Conference, bringing together scholars across disciplines to discuss how AI is transforming research and how social science can shape its future. Organized by Anjali Adukia, Alex Imas, and Chenhao Tan, the conference featured research discussions and a keynote address by Jens Ludwig. View the highlights video at the link in our bio. #UChicago #Economics #ArtificialIntelligence #SocialScience #Research by @beckerfriedman
How are geopolitical shifts, clean energy transitions, and technological change reshaping Europe's economy? 🌍 Join BFI on October 27 for a public event featuring Veronika Grimm, Member of the German Council of Economic Experts and Professor at the Technical University of Nuremberg. Grimm will discuss the future of Europe's energy systems and industrial economy, examining how the region can balance economic competitiveness, energy security, and climate goals in an evolving global landscape. 🍽️ Dinner will be provided. 🔗 Register at the link in our bio! by @beckerfriedman
On October 14, 1976, University of Chicago economist Milton Friedman was named the recipient of the Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences. The award recognized his contributions to consumption analysis, monetary history and theory, and stabilization policy. On the 50th anniversary of this announcement, BFI looks back at this moment in the history of economics and the University of Chicago. Learn more at the link in our bio. by @beckerfriedman

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