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4th Open Forum: ‘Global Economics: History is Not the Past’ – London
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CONNECTS-UK 4th Open Forum:
‘Global Economics: History is Not the Past’
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Location: Middlesex University, The Burroughs, Hendon, London NW4 4BT (College Building, Boardroom C219/220, second floor)
In a rapidly changing world, understanding the interconnectedness of global economies is more vital than ever. This forum will explore the lessons history teaches us about systemic thinking, the persistent challenges in balancing economic thinking with socio-political dynamics, and how to catalyse momentum for long-term, collaborative solutions.
Join us in London on the 5th of June for an engaging and insightful discussion with leading British and European experts as we explore the latest breakthroughs and challenges in these critical areas.
This is your opportunity to connect with experts, innovators, and fellow participants in a collaborative discussion about:
- How historical insights shape today’s economic strategies.
- The socio-political challenges that we face and innovative approaches to deal with them.
- The transformative power of interdisciplinary thinking to foster trust in science.
Programme Highlights (complete agenda below):
Panel 1: Trust in Science
As we navigate an era marked by misinformation, climate crisis, and rapid technological change, understanding the historical and global dynamics of trust in science from multiple perspectives is more urgent than ever.
Panel 2: What is the impact of research on society?
This panel will explore how the transformative power of research and its lasting impact on society not only deepens our knowledge but also influences economic development, social justice, and global interconnectedness.
Roundtable: What problems have been resolved and what potential can connections with other disciplines bring?
As boundaries between disciplines become increasingly fluid, we have a unique opportunity to exchange methods, perspectives, and ideas. Let’s explore how cross-disciplinary connections have helped solve longstanding challenges – and how they might pave the way for innovation yet to come.
Whether you are a researcher, an academic, a professional, a student, or simply curious about these pressing issues, your voice matters.
Special opportunities:
- Attendees are invited to participate with a poster or video of your research. This is a unique opportunity to connect with researchers, clinicians, industry leaders, policymakers, and patient representatives, working together to drive meaningful impact for patients and society. There will be a £100 prize for the best entries in each category. Guidelines:
– Guidelines for video competition.
– Guidelines for poster competition.
– Competition submission form. - For those travelling to London, we offer travel reimbursements of up to £80 per person (limited availability on a first-come, first-served basis). Please keep your travel receipts to claim the reimbursement. Due to limited seating in the lecture theatre, we encourage you to register early.
This event is organised by CONNECTS-UK and supported by Middlesex University, the Government of the Netherlands in the UK, and FECYT (Spanish Foundation for Science and Technology).
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| Thursday June 5, 11:30 – 17:00 local time (UK)
Location: Middlesex University, The Burroughs, Hendon, London NW4 4BT (College Building, Boardroom C219/220, second floor), and online |
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| 11:30 – 12:30 Registration and refreshments | |
| 12:30 – 12:50 Welcome remarks:
Introduced by Nathalie van Meurs, CONNECTS-UK and Dutch Network of Academics in the UK (DNA UK), Middlesex University Cyril Robin-Campigneul (video message), Head of the Economic and Trade Affairs Section, Delegation of the European Union to the United Kingdom |
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| 12:50 – 13:50 Panel 1: Trust in science
Lucy Noakes, Rab Butler Professor of Modern History at the University of Essex and President of the Royal Historical Society. Rick van der Ploeg, Professor of Economics at the University of Oxford, University Professor at the University of Amsterdam, and Research Fellow of CEPR, CESifo and the Tinbergen Institute. Title: Climate sceptics: how to deal with it Nolen Gertz, Associate Professor of Applied Philosophy, University of Twente (NL). Title: Why AI Ethics is Unethical Iliana Olivié, Senior analyst at Elcano Royal Institute, Director of the European Think Tanks Group (ETTG), Associate professor at Complutense University of Madrid, Vice-president at the European Association of Development Research and Training Institutes (EADI). Title: Trust in data. How can the Elcano Global Presence Index help you understand the newspapers’ headlines Q&A |
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| 13:50 -14:40 Networking lunch | |
| 14:40 – 15:40 Panel 2: What is the impact of research on society?
Bastien Chabé-Ferret, Senior Lecturer in Economics, Middlesex University (UK). Title: When Does Research Shape Policy and Why? David Clayton, Professor of History at the University of York, UK. Title: Cutting Personal Consumption via Rationing: lessons from drought mitigation in 1960s Hong Kong. Julian Jessop, Independent Economist. Fellow at the Institute of Economic Affairs (London, UK). Title: Have we really had enough of experts? Q&A 15:40 – 16:00 Coffee- break and refreshments |
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| 16:00 – 16:45 Roundtable: Resolved Challenges and Interdisciplinary Potential
Chair: Marius Kat, Lead Associate, Financial Conduct Authority Jesús Sanjurjo, Chancellor’s Fellow in Atlantic World History at the University of Strathclyde in Glasgow Jeremy Chapman, The Integrity Centre, Co-founder. Sycamore Alliance Ltd, Director (Germany) Martin Broad, Middlesex University, Dean, Faculty of Business & Law, Professor Joanna Paulynn Masangkay, Centre for the Understanding of Sustainable Prosperity (CUSP) Research Fellow (CUSP) and Middlesex University |
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| 16:45-17:00 Prizes (poster and video competition) and wrap-up | |
This Agenda is subject to updates and alterations.