Interview with Zainab Iftikhar
Problem or opportunity? New research from EPoS Economic Research Center at the Universities of Bonn and Mannheim shows how low-skilled immigration may widen income gaps in Germany—but also how smart policies can turn migration into an economic win. Zainab Iftikhar explains the findings in this interview.
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New Study: Blue-collar workers represent workers more effectively
Blue-collar workers are more effective at representing the interests of employees in works councils than white-collar workers. This is shown by a study conducted by Thomas Dohmen’s team, spokesperson for the ECONtribute Cluster of Excellence at the University of Bonn, in collaboration with researchers from the Universities of Bonn and Princeton.
Centenary of Prof. Joseph Schumpeter’s appointment to Bonn
100 years ago, in the winter semester 1925/1926, Joseph Schumpeter became a professor at the University of Bonn. He taught economics here at Bonn from 1925 to 1932, when he moved on to Harvard University.
Call for Papers: Workshop for Women in Macroeconomics, Finance and Economic History
DIW Berlin and the University of Bonn are pleased to host the 6th Workshop for Women in Macroeconomics, Finance and Economic History (WIMFEH) at DIW Berlin on May 7–8, 2026.
SFB Transregio 224 receives third funding period
The German Research Foundation (DFG) has approved a further funding period for the Transregional Collaborative Research Center 224 “Economic Perspectives on Societal Challenges,” a joint initiative of the Universities of Bonn and Mannheim. Starting January 1, 2026, the successful research collaboration will receive funding of around 12 million euros for an additional four years.
Manchot Lecture November 10, 2026 - Save the Date!
The lecture will be delivered by Professor Melissa Dell, Andrew E. Furer Professor of Economics, Harvard University.
Do high interest rates promote inequality? New episode of the ECONtribute-Podcast
What effects does central bank monetary policy have on local labor markets? Why do interest rate changes not affect all population groups equally? And who benefits most when interest rates fall?
Lauch of „BeStrong!“
Starting in the 2025/26 winter semester, the University of Bonn will launch its first structured study support program: BeStrong!. The program supports students throughout their entire time at the University of Bonn—from their first orientation year to the successful completion of their studies.