Call for Abstracts – Deadline January 2, 2026
TPRI will resume our 2025-2026 research workshop series from January 28 to May 6, 2026. The purpose of the workshop is to feature current research regarding public policy, law, and the economics of innovation, technological change, or entrepreneurship.
We are seeking papers to be presented at one of our spring workshops held virtually by Zoom Wednesdays from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm ET. Presenters can be either in-person at the Boston University School of Law or on-line.
For consideration please e-mail an abstract or paper by Friday, January 2, 2026 to tpri@bu.edu. If you have a preference for a certain date or range of dates please indicate that in your email. We look forward to receiving a submission from you.
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