We conduct independent research into significant challenges to the economy, society and the welfare state in a global world.
Research
The ROCKWOOL Foundation Berlin Institute for the Economy and the Future of Work (RFBerlin) provides new knowledge to inform and raise the standard of public debate, and to create the best possible basis for policy making.
Discussion papers
No. 15/24 - July 2024
Unintended Consequences of Welfare Cuts on Children and Adolescents
Christian Dustmann, Rasmus Landersø & Lars Højsgaard Andersen
No. 16/24 - July 2024
No. 14/24 - June 2024
AI Unboxed and Jobs: A Novel Measure and Firm-Level Evidence from Three Countries
Erik Engberg, Holger Görg, Magnus Lodefalk, Farrukh Javed, Martin Längkvist, Natália Monteiro, Hildegunn Kyvik Nordås, Giuseppe Pulito, Sarah Schroeder, Aili Tang
No. 13/24 - June 2024
What Matters for the Decision to Study Abroad? A Lab-in-the-Field Experiment in Cape Verde
Catia Batista, David M Costa, Pedro Freitas, Gonçalo Lima, Ana B Reis
Upcoming events
RFBerlin regularly hosts events to promote scientific research and collaboration.
RFBerlin event
13 Mar – 14 Mar 2025
RFBerlin Migration Forum
Migration: economics, politics and development
Masterclass
15 Oct – 16 Oct 2024
Reproducibility in Research
Tools, Tips, and Skills for Day 1, Day T-1, and Anytime in Between
External Event
17 September 2024
Decouple, Disengage, Derisk or Cooperate: China’s Role in the Economic Future of Germany and the EU
Panel Discussion at VfS Annual Conference
News
RFBerlin research and researchers are regularly featured in the press.
9 Sep 2024 • Reuters
Reuters spotlights our study on immigration’s fiscal impact in the UK
View article26 Aug 2024
Cutting Social Benefits for Refugees Has Long-Term Negative Consequences
Learn More22 Aug 2024
Handbook Talk with with Suresh Naidu: How do unions affect wages and inequality?
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