The Grants Program for the Institute for New Economic Thinking

The institute has pledged $50 million over 10 years to support new research. Scholars are debating how to allocate these funds, considering options like summer institutes, fellowships, or camps for young economists. The institute aims to foster innovative research and engage serious scholars. The conference is designed to highlight these efforts, with research grants being central to the institute's mission.

What is the total amount pledged by the institute for research over the next decade?

• $10 million

• $50 million

• $100 million

• $500 million

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a potential use for the institute's funds?

• Engaging famous professors

• Summer institutes

• Postdoctoral fellowships

• Building new facilities

What is one of the proposed ideas for utilizing the funds to benefit young economists?

• Providing scholarships for international students

• Holding a camp in New York with famous professors

• Offering online courses

• Building a new research lab

What is at the heart of the institute's operations according to the transcript?

• Student exchange programs

• International collaborations

• Research grants

• Publications

What is the primary goal of the conference mentioned in the transcript?

• To engage serious individuals in research initiatives

• To raise additional funds

• To promote the institute's achievements

• To recruit new faculty members