Did early modern academies spark Europe’s growth? with Chiara Zanardello

How did scientific academies shape the growth of European cities even before the Industrial Revolution? Could these early hubs of innovation hold the key to understanding how knowledge fuels progress, then and now?
In this video, Chiara, a PhD candidate in Economics at LIDAM/IRES - UCLouvain, dives into her fascinating study on the key role these innovative institutions played.

👉 Unique data, surprising results, and historical insights to better understand today’s educational challenges.