Call for Papers: 4° International Conference Renaissance in Economics 2027

4° INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE "Renaissance in Economics 2027".

This conference aims to facilitate interdisciplinary dialogue among economists, social scientists, policymakers, business leaders, and civil society advocates. By examining five interrelated dimensions of research, participants are invited to critically assess and redesign economic models and policy frameworks in light of the Sustainability Goals. The program seeks to advance a shared understanding of how these models can contribute to a just and sustainable global future.

Who Should Attend:

• This conference is open to researchers, academics, policy advisors, business leaders, non-profit organizations, and any individuals interested in advancing an economic paradigm shift toward sustainability, equity, and resilience. Expectedconference participants are both senior and young.
• Participants may contribute in the following ways:

Themes for Submissions

Submissions should align with one or more of the Research Focus Areas:  1) Beyond Homo Oeconomicus; 2) Beyond Profit Maximization; 3) Beyond GDP; 4) Beyond Top-Down Political Economy; 5) Toward Civic Engagement)

The five pillars of the Manifesto for the New Economy must be read and interpreted from both a microeconomic, mesoeconomic, and macroeconomic perspective.

Formatting Guidelines:

1. Extended Abstracts for Presentations. Submit an extended abstract (600-1,200 words) summarizing the main arguments, research questions, and key insights of your research or practice-based work.
2. Full Research Papers. Submit a complete paper presenting new findings or theoretical contributions related to the conference themes. Papers may focus on advanced topics or deep analyses that explore the potential for transformative change in economic paradigms.
3. Policy or Practice-Oriented Contributions. For those with expertise in policymaking, consulting, or applied research, we welcome policy papers or case studies that demonstrate real-world applications and impacts related to the conference themes. Submissions should provide in-depth analysis, insights, and lessons that inform best practices or actionable recommendations.

Submission Process

1. Submit documents in PDF or Word format by December 20th, 2026.
2. Each submission should include the author’s name, affiliation, and contact information.

Review and Selection Process

1. Submissions will be reviewed by the conference committee for alignment with conference themes, originality, and potential to contribute to actionable insights. Accepted participants will be notified by January 31th, 2027.
2. A selection of contributions will be published, subject to editorial review, in a volume of the Springer series  Renaissance in Economics: Common Good, Well-Being and Sustainability. Call for Special issues in international Journals will be later circulated.
3. For researchers under 35 or within 5 years of completing their PhD, the reference call is as follows: https://forms.gle/Vk9CYSe4b3pEi6ot8

For more information on the call for papers, visit the event's official website www.renaissanceineconomics.it.

Benefits of Participation for Contributors. Participants will have opportunities to:

• A selection of contributions will be published, subject to editorial review, in a volume of the Springer series  Renaissance in Economics: Common Good, Well-Being and Sustainability.
• Present their work to an engaged audience of academics, young researchers, and practitioners.
• Lead and participate in discussions that shape the direction of emerging economic paradigms.
• Network with other experts and collaborate on interdisciplinary projects.
• The prize of Young Scholar Award amounts: to €2,500 (gross, before taxes).