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) engages in research designed to raise the standard of public debate and create the best possible basis for policy making.
Discussion papers
No. 85/25 - August 2025
No. 84/25 - August 2025
No. 82/25 - August 2025
No. 83/25 - August 2025
Handbook of Labor Economics – Chapter Previews
In anticipation of the upcoming Handbook of Labor Economics, we offer early access to select chapters through our Discussion Papers series. Following our 2023 conference on this new edition, first chapters are now available for preview, featuring insights from leading research in economics and labor.
News
RFBerlin research and researchers are regularly featured in the press.

10 Jul 2025
Migration Talks: Who Stays, Who Returns? What Ukrainians and other refugees do after forced migration
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3 Jul 2025 • Deutsche Welle
Christian Dustmann Comments on Why Migrants Are Leaving Germany
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3 Jul 2025 • Tagesschau 24
Christian Dustmann on immigration and education on Tagesschau 24
View articleUpcoming events
RFBerlin hosts a wide array of events aimed at fostering academic research and collaboration.
Conference
17 September 2025
RFBerlin Conference on Worker Co-Determination and Governance
RFBerlin Masterclass
18 Sep – 19 Sep 2025
“The Evolution of Gender in the Labor Market” by Barbara Petrongolo

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