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Together, they contribute to the publication of approximately 400 scientific articles annually. Located in Barcelona, a globally recognized hub for economics research, our school plays a pivotal role in advancing knowledge in the field.

Our research efforts at the UB School of Economics are focused within three primary areas, encompassing a diverse range of twenty-four research fields. These areas serve as the foundation for our scholarly pursuits, enabling us to explore and make meaningful contributions in various facets of economics.

The Growth, Trade, and Spatial Economics research area at the UB School of Economics delves into understanding the factors that drive growth and economic development, both on a macroeconomic scale and within specific regions. Our researchers explore a wide range of topics, from fundamental subjects like unemployment and economic growth, to investigating the intricate financial and trade connections between countries (globalization). A distinctive characteristic of our approach is the incorporation of a historical lens, which allows us to consider regional and geographical disparities while addressing these questions

Within this research area, we focus on the following dynamic fields of study:

• Development Economics
• Economic Growth
• Economic History
• International Finance
• International Trade
• Macroeconomics
• Regional Economics
• Urban Economics

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The Public Economics and Policy Analysis research area at the UB School of Economics is dedicated to examining and developing public policies and institutions with the goal of enhancing efficiency and social welfare. Drawing upon the UB’s distinguished research expertise in public economics, including fiscal federalism, transport economics, and market regulation, this research area serves as a platform for advancing knowledge and informing policy decisions. Additionally, it leverages the interconnections between health, education, and labour economics to shape and guide the design of effective public policies.

• Public Economics
• Political Economy
• Regulation Economics
• Transport Economics
• Labour & Demographic Economics
• Health Economics
• Economics of Education
• Environmental and Resource Economics

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The Behaviour, Games, and Risk research area at the UB School of Economics is dedicated to the analysis of individual decision-making processes and group dynamics. This area encompasses the study of strategic behaviour, competition and cooperation among economic agents, as well as the evaluation and management of risk in finance and insurance. Build on the well-established strength of UB researchers in the fields of game theory and risk and insurance, this research area serves as a hub for advancing knowledge and understanding in these fields.

• Game Theory
• Industrial Organization
• Mathematical Economics
• Operations Research
• Financial Econometrics
• Risk and Insurance
• Behavioral and Experimental Economics
• Microeconomics

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UB ECONOMICS

The UB Economics series, which has been running since 2013, carries forward the legacy of the ERE Working Papers from the Faculty of Economics and Business at the University of Barcelona, established in 2001. This series serves as a platform for showcasing cutting-edge research conducted by our esteemed faculty members and researchers. 

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AQR: Regional Quantitative Analysis Group

The aim of this series is to present the work in progress of the members of the Regional Quantitative Analysis Group (AQR). This group focuses on applied economics, with a particular emphasis on urban and regional issues. Explore the working papers in this series to gain insights into their valuable contributions.

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IREA: Institute for Research on Applied Regional and Public Economics

The IREA series aims to disseminate the research outputs from the Institute for Research on Applied Regional and Public Economics. This institute brings together researchers from the AQR, GiM, and Riskcenter research groups. Delve into the working papers of this series to discover the impactful research conducted within this collaborative environment.

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IEB: Barcelona Institute of Economics

The IEB series features working papers on applied economics authored by members of the Barcelona Institute of Economics. These papers actively contribute to economic policy debates and decision-making processes. Explore this series to access valuable insights and perspectives on various economic policy issues.

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RISKCENTER

The Riskcenter series serves as a platform for sharing ideas and research related to risk management, insurance, and finance. Contributions in areas such as insurance fraud, longevity, long-term care, pricing, and interest rate structures can be found in this series. Dive into the working papers to explore the latest developments in these crucial areas.

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Futur UB. Website for the scientific production of UB researchers

The FUTUR UB portal gathers information on the scientific activity of the active teaching and research staff from the University of Barcelona. The objective of this portal is to disseminate the research activities carried out at the UB with greater visibility, as well as that of its researchers.

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Portal de Recerca de Catalunya (PRC)

The portal’s goal is to display and disseminate from a single place the research activity that is carried out in Catalonia in regard to researchers, publications, groups and research projects for the international scientific community, companies, financial organizations and public in general, thus making open access to scientific output easy.

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