Economics of Talent Conference
The Economics of Talent Conference by NBER spotlights research on how identifying and developing talent impacts science, innovation, and economic growth.
Funder: National Bureau of Economic Research
Due Dates (Anticipated): July 2027 (Paper or extended abstract submission deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Travel support and/or honoraria may be provided for selected presenters; no standard award amount.
Summary: Conference soliciting research on the identification, development, and economic impact of talent, with a focus on science, innovation, and growth.
Key Information: Open to early-career researchers and non-NBER affiliates; full papers or extended abstracts accepted.
Description
The Economics of Talent Conference, hosted by the National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER) and supported by Carina Initiatives, is a recurring academic event focused on how identifying and nurturing high-potential individuals shapes scientific advancement, innovation, and economic growth. The conference convenes leading scholars to discuss topics such as early talent identification, effectiveness of interventions, the economic and innovative contributions of talented individuals, migration patterns, and barriers to realizing potential. The aim is to foster dialogue and research on the allocation of talent across sectors and the accumulation of human capital, with both theoretical and practical insights into the economics of talent.
