Head of the Local Organizing Committee

Juan Manuel Rodriguez-Poo
Full Professor in Econometrics

Members of the Local Organizing Committee

Alexandra Soberón
Associate Professor in Econometrics

José Luis Gallego Gómez
Associate Professor in Econometrics

Luis Antonio Arteaga Molina
Associate Professor in Econometrics

Santiago Pereda Fernández
Assistant Professor in Econometrics

Gabriela Estefanía Morejon Cabrera
Assistant Professor in Econometrics

José María Sarabia Alegría
Full Professor in Statistics

Vanesa Jordá Gil
Associate Professor in Statistics

Mercedes Tejería Martínez
Postdoctoral Researcher (Concepción Arenal Fellowship)

Organizing Institution

University of Cantabria:

The University of Cantabria is a public research oriented institution with a strong international outlook and a clear commitment to academic excellence. Established in 1972, the university has built a solid reputation in key fields such as economics, engineering, and environmental sciences, combining rigorous research with high quality teaching. UC plays a pivotal role in regional development through its close engagement with public institutions, industry, and society, while also maintaining an active presence in international academic networks. The university fosters an interdisciplinary environment that encourages collaboration across fields and supports the mobility of students and scholars from around the world.
The Faculty of Economics and Business Administration (Facultad de Ciencias Económicas y Empresariales) is a key academic unit within the University of Cantabria. It hosts undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral programs in Economics, Business Administration, Finance, and related fields. The faculty combines rigorous academic training with a strong emphasis on applied research and engagement with public institutions and the private sector, both at the regional and international level.
Research activity within the faculty spans a broad range of areas, including economics, econometrics, finance, management, and applied policy analysis, with particular strengths in areas such as applied microeconomics, macroeconomic analysis, financial economics, and quantitative methods. Faculty members are actively involved in national and European research projects, publish in leading international journals, and contribute to policy debates through collaboration with public administrations, international organizations, and industry partners.
The Department of Economics at the University of Cantabria enjoys a strong international reputation, especially in econometrics, applied economics, and macroeconomics. Its researchers contribute to advancing theoretical and empirical work in economics while maintaining a clear focus on relevance and real world applications. The department is also committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative academic environment, supporting early career researchers and promoting international exchange.
Together, the University of Cantabria and its Faculty of Economics and Business Administration provide a stimulating academic setting that combines high quality research, dedicated teaching, and close ties to society. Embedded in a region known for its quality of life and natural beauty, the university offers an ideal environment for academic events, international collaboration, and intellectual exchange.