A new issue of the POPNET Newsletter of the Wittgenstein Centre is now available.
As of now, the POPNET newsletter has a new format. It will be released monthly and online. It will highlight the latest news, publications, events and other activities of the Wittgenstein Centre for Demography and Global Human Capital.
Here you can find the new as well as the previous issues.
News
27 August 2024
How can wealthy nations respond to the baby bust?
In recent decades, fertility rates in high-income countries have steadily declined. A new study analyzed demographic trends, patterns, determinants, and consequences. The authors emphasize that despite the significant economic challenges posed by low fertility, a strategic and consistent policy response can effectively mitigate most adverse consequences.
27 February 2024
Slovak delegation from the Institute of Economic Research visits IIASA
The International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA) hosted a delegation from the Institute of Economic Research of the Slovak Academy of Sciences (SAS). The visit aimed at fostering collaboration and in-depth discussions on key economic models and research areas.
09 February 2024
Awards for outstanding early-career scientists
Four exceptional young scientists from the 2023 Young Scientists Summer Program (YSSP) have been recognized for their research efforts this past summer. Three will receive funding to continue their research projects at IIASA and one candidate has been given an Honorable Mention for outstanding effort.