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Urban Development and Mobility

Studies urban dynamics to identify pathways of actors to stimulate sustainable urban transitions.

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Crossing Borders

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The Centre of Competence for Data Science and Simulation (DSS) is a cross-departmental initiative. Our ambition is to develop infrastructure, tools and competences in in machine learning, big data, microsimulation and geoexperimentation to conduct excellent research and advise policy-makers as well as stakeholders.

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The LISER Policy Lab is an innovative initiative that integrates rigorous scientific research into policymaking to support decision-makers in tackling major challenges in areas like the economy, climate, health, digitalisation, housing, education, and social cohesion.

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The Competence Centre in Experimental and Participatory Research (EXPAR) is a cross-departmental initiative. Our ambition is to improve awareness of and skills in experimental and participatory research methods to strengthen LISER’s position at the forefront of internationally high quality, scientifically rigorous and societally relevant research.

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LISER is a research institute that specialises in the analysis of socio-economic change. Through interdisciplinary research, it supports the sustainable and inclusive development of societies at local, national and global levels.

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Welcome to LISER

Discover the Luxembourg Institute of Socio-Economic Research (LISER), an internationally recognised research institute dedicated to tackling socio-economic challenges through innovative and impactful research. Explore our diverse projects and initiatives that promote sustainable and inclusive development. Engage with our findings, collaborate with us and join the movement for a brighter future.

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Advancing research excellence

At LISER, we lead innovative and cutting-edge studies that set the standard for research excellence in the socio-economic domain. By addressing critical challenges with rigorous methodologies and impactful insights, our research drives policy transformation, fosters societal progress and sets new benchmarks in the field.

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Advancing research excellence
Shaping policy for societal impact
Designing sustainable and inclusive labour markets
Promoting equality and cohesive society
Enhancing sustainable urban transitions

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IZA NETWORK
10 FEB 2026
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IZA NETWORK
10 FEB 2026
Call for Applications: IZA@LISER Summer School in Labor Economics 2026

PhD students are invited to apply by March 5 for this year's edition to be held in Luxembourg

PUBLICATION
27 FEB 2026
Building an Evidence Baseline for Luxembourg’s Poverty Plan
PUBLICATION
27 FEB 2026
Four Decades of Poverty Trends in Luxembourg

Long-term trends in relative poverty stem from uneven income growth between the middle of the distribution and its lower end.

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COLLABORATION
25 FEB 2026
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COLLABORATION
25 FEB 2026
Turning Labour Market Data into Better Training: First LMI4VET Project Results Released
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COLLABORATION
10 FEB 2026
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10 FEB 2026
Connecting models to shape Luxembourg’s future
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POLICY LAB IN ACTION
1 FEB 2026
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1 FEB 2026
Policy Lab study shapes Luxembourg’s Anti-Racism Plan
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SURVEY
14 JAN 2026
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SURVEY
14 JAN 2026
TRANSITER Survey on the Acceptability of Environmental Policies
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Upcoming Events

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MAR
2026
10
Seminar
Urban Air Pollution and Sick Leaves: Evidence from Social Security Data
MAR
2026
25
Conference
European Symposium on Policy Modelling: Carbon Tax, Cross-border social security, Inequality, and Pension systems
Inequality, opportunity and wealth+2
APR
2026
23
Seminar
Income Shocks and Intrahousehold Spillovers: Evidence from a Guaranteed Income Experiment
Inequality, opportunity and wealth+1

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L-4366 Esch-sur-Alzette / Belval

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