Thematic Programs

Researchers Meeting on Environmental and Social Risks

Information

This online meeting introduces the research currently being conducted by researchers on the topic of environmental and social issues that are adversely affecting people and society worldwide. The target audience are graduate students, prospective graduate students, and researchers interested in these topics. It will provide an opportunity to exchange information and opinions, as well as gaining a deeper understanding of the discussed issues. We encourage all participants to freely ask questions after the talks in a relaxed atmosphere.

Date and Time

Tuesday, November 2, 2021 16:30 – 18:00 (JST)

Venue

Online (Zoom)
Capacity: 100

Speakers

Peter Martinsson (Professor, University of Gothenburg / Technical University of Denmark)
Shinsuke Uchida (Associate Professor, Nagoya City University)

Registration

Registration deadline: Monday, November 1, 2021 16:00 (JST)
– Closed

Time Schedule

Chair: Akira Hibiki (Graduate School of Economics and Management, Tohoku University)
16:30 – 16:35
Opening Remarks
Akira Hibiki (Graduate School of Economics and Management, Tohoku University)
16:35 – 17:25
Peter Martinsson (Professor, University of Gothenburg / Technical University of Denmark)
Individuals' willingness to pay to avoid power outages: Experiences and challenges
17:25 – 17:55
Shinsuke Uchida (Nagoya City University)
Long-term health impacts of natural disasters
17:55 – 18:00
Closing Remarks

Contact

Email: tfc_webinar1*grp.tohoku.ac.jp (change * to @)

Hosted by

  • Tohoku Forum for Creativity, Organization for Research Promotion, Tohoku University
  • Center for Data Science and Service Research, Graduate School of Economics and Management, Tohoku University
  • Policy Design Lab, Graduate School of Economics and Management, Tohoku University