Call for Papers:
2026 Xiamen University International Workshop on Experimental Economics
December 18-19, 2026
Xiamen, China
Organizers: Wang Yanan Institute for Studies in Economics
Paula and Gregory Chow Institute for Studies in Economics
The MOE Key Laboratory in Econometrics, Xiamen University
Co-Organizers: XMU-CAS Basic Science Center for Econometric Modelling and Economic Policy Studies
(https://conf.xmu.edu.cn/conf2026/Experimental)
We are pleased to announce the Call for Papers for the 2026 Xiamen University International Workshop on Experimental Economics. The workshop will be held at Xiamen University on December 18-19, 2026, with December 17 designated as the arrival and registration day.
We welcome submissions incorporating or analyzing controlled experiments using human subjects in studies of decision theory, game theory, development economics, environmental and resource economics, policy analysis, management science, marketing, political science, or finance. We encourage submissions related to all topics in the field of behavioral and experimental economics.
We are honored to welcome the following distinguished keynote speakers:
Professor Pietro Ortoleva (Princeton University)
Professor Andis Sofianos (Durham University)
Professor Eric Verhoogen (Columbia University)
Professor Alistair Wilson (University of Pittsburgh)
ABSTRACT SUBMISSION AND REGISTRATION
Researchers wishing to present their work at the conference are invited to submit a short abstract (no more than 200 words, including the title and names of all co-authors) through the "Submission/Registration" page of the conference website above. All submissions should be in English. Each participant may present only one paper. The submission deadline is November 2, 2026, and decisions will be announced by November 9, 2026.
The registration fee is 90 USD (or 600 RMB) for faculty/professionals and 45 USD (or 300 RMB) for students. This fee includes conference materials, meals, and coffee breaks for both days. Attendees are responsible for their own transportation and accommodation expenses. The registration deadline is November 16, 2026. Researchers may register through the "Submission/Registration" page of the conference website.
FURTHER INFORMATION
Please contact Ms. Lu Lin at albeelin@xmu.edu.cn with any questions about the conference. To facilitate the handling of inquiries, please specify "Academic issues" or "Logistic issues" in the subject line.
The International Workshop on Experimental Economics is part of WISE's effort to establish a leading research center in experimental economics and finance. The Finance and Economics Experimental Lab (FEEL) at WISE began operations in fall 2010. This state-of-the-art facility is part of the Ministry of Education Key Laboratory in Econometrics, awarded to WISE in 2010. It was the first Ministry of Education key laboratory established in the social sciences.
Established in 2005, the Wang Yanan Institute for Studies in Economics (WISE) is a joint initiative of the Ministry of Education of China and Xiamen University to build a first-class research institute and promote domestic and international research and academic exchange. For more information about WISE, please visit wise.xmu.edu.cn/english.
Xiamen is located in southeastern China and offers convenient direct flights to many major cities in Asia. It is known for its resort-like atmosphere and reputation as one of China's cleanest and most livable cities. Nearby attractions include the UNESCO World Heritage Hakka tulou, Gulangyu (Piano Island), and the Wuyi Mountains.
CONFERENCE ORGANIZERS
Xiqian Cai (Xiamen University)
Sen Geng (Xiamen University, Chair)
Xu Jiang (Xiamen University)
Mengling Li (Xiamen University)
Zhi Li (Xiamen University)
Zichang Wang (Xiamen University)
Menghan Xu (Xiamen University)