The Becker Friedman Institute for Economics at the University of Chicago and the Insper Learning Institute are hosting a series of public events and networking receptions featuring keynotes from two University of Chicago economists, Nobel Laureate Lars Peter Hansen and Leonardo Bursztyn. Professors Hansen and Bursztyn will present exciting new research on issues relating to the Brazilian economy, and to Latin America. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with these leading scholars and to connect with participants.
Professors Leonardo Bursztyn and Lars Peter Hansen will be joining as the keynote speakers.
Networking receptions will feature complimentary food and beverages.
Keynote Speakers
 Leonardo Bursztyn, Saieh Family Professor, the Kenneth C. Griffin Department of Economics; Co-Director of BFI Political Economics InitiativeView Bio |
 Lars Peter Hansen, David Rockefeller Distinguished Service Professor in Economics, Statistics, Booth School of Business & The College, University of ChicagoView Bio |
If you have any questions, please email bfi-events@uchicago.edu.
Agenda
Registration and Networking Reception
Keynote: Responding to Climate change Uncertainty: Implications for Investment in New Technologies and in Reforestation
Lars Peter Hansen, University of Chicago
Networking Reception
Registration and Networking Reception
Keynote by Leonardo Bursztyn: The Social Media Trap
Leonardo Bursztyn, University of Chicago
Closing Remarks
Networking Reception
Drinks and appetizers will be served