New research from Central European University finds that “vibe coding” — using generative-AI agents to build software by assembling open-source components — may unintentionally weaken the open-source ecosystem it depends on.
The IP-KuK project examines industrial policy in the Austro-Hungarian Monarchy (1870–1910) to understand how export promotion and targeted tariff policies affect economic development. We focus on two historical interventions: the 1900 Paris Exhibition’s role in promoting Hungarian firms internationally, and export-contingent input tariff reductions in the milling industry during the 1880s. These policies offer insights into mechanisms that remain relevant for contemporary industrial policy debates, particularly in low- and middle-income countries seeking export-led growth.
Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung references a study by Adam Szeidl (Central European University) and Ferenc Szucs (Stockholm University) on the nature of populism in an article by Johannes Pennekamp, published on July 22 in the column “Politics Against the Nation.”
Why do populists harm their own voters — and remain popular with them?
The article, written in German, is titled:
„Warum Populisten ihre Wähler ruinieren – und dafür geliebt werden “ | FAZ
The Department of Economics at CEU has reopened applications to its Economics PhD program for one additional PhD position. Eligibility for a late application is restricted to candidates who have already been admitted to an economics PhD program at a prestigious US university but wish to start or continue their studies elsewhere.
Attila Lindner is the recipient of the 2024 Gábor Kézdi Outstanding Young Researcher Award, presented by the Hungarian Society of Economics (MKE). This award is given to young Hungarian researchers who, through several studies on a specific topic, have contributed to a better understanding and application of policy options worldwide.
Professor Horvath Receives Honorary Doctorate Title
We are delighted to announce that Professor Horvath has been awarded the prestigious title of Doctor honoris causa (Dr.h.c.) by the Scientific Council Committee of Presov University. This recognition celebrates his outstanding dedication to the advancement of economic sciences.
Tímea Laura Molnár, Assistant Professor in CEU’s Department of Economics and Business, will co-lead the research project, “Mothers’ Return to Work After Childbirth, and the Role of Spousal Involvement in Shaping Parents’ Mental Health and Children’s Development”. The joint project with Gaëlle Simard-Duplain (Carleton) was granted 24,774 CAD of funding by the Vanier Institute of the Family, a Canadian independent think tank committed to research on enhancing family wellbeing.
