征文启事 | SIGMA 2024年学术研讨会暨第20届养老、保险与储蓄国际会议

由中国人民大学、日本一桥大学、新加坡管理大学、巴黎第九大学和欧洲-地中海经济学会联合主办的SIGMA国际大学联盟2024年学术研讨会暨第20届养老、保险与储蓄国际会议将于2024年5月23日至24日在中国人民大学举行。

会议主题为“老龄化与可持续发展”，诚邀各领域学者就人口老龄化相关议题提交英文论文摘要至 sigma2024@ruc.edu.cn 及 international.pension.workshop@gmail.com，摘要提交截止日期为2024年2月1日。

征文启事详情及海报如下。

We are delighted to open submissions for the Annual SIGMA Research Symposium 2024 and the 20th International Conference on Pensions, Insurance and Savings. This symposium aims to gather researchers of various fields to discuss the multifaceted challenges and innovations pertaining to 'Ageing and Sustainable Development'.

Date and Location

Date: May 23 & 24 (Thursday & Friday), 2024
Location: Renmin University of China (RUC), Beijing, China
*We adopt a hybrid manner: academic presentation will be in person, and policy panel will be in a hybrid format.

Themes and Topics

Under the theme of 'Ageing and Sustainable Development', the SIGMA Symposium and the 20th International Conference will encompass a broad spectrum of topics in the fields such as economics, demography, management, sociology, and public policy, including, but not limited to:

Global Trends and Disparities in Ageing

Describe the trends and disparities of global aging, and explain the reasons.

Social Integration and Inclusion in Ageing Societies

Discuss how to promote social integration and inclusion in an aging society, including topics such as intergenerational communication and social participation of the elderly.

Public Policy for Sustainable Ageing

Explore how countries can address the challenges of aging through public policies and achieve the goal of sustainable development.

Economic Impacts of Ageing

Explore the impact of population aging on the economy, including challenges and opportunities in the labor market, consumption patterns, and pension systems.

Workers’ Decisions and Corporate Strategies in an Ageing World

Investigate how workers re-examine their career paths and retirement plans and how companies adjust their strategies to adapt to market conditions.

Data, Metrics, and Research Methodologies Relating to Ageing

Explore methods such as data collection and analysis, empirical research, and case studies, aiming to better understand the actual situation of aging issues and formulate effective policies

Health and Healthcare in an Ageing World

Discuss innovative solutions and strategies to improve the health management and quality of life of the elderly in the context of aging.

Family Dynamics and Caregiving

Explore the interactions and responsibilities within a family system, particularly the role of caregiving and its impact on family members.

Technological Advancements and Their Role in Ageing Societies

Analyze how technological progress can help address issues brought about by aging, including smart homes, telemedicine, assistive technology, etc.

Urban Planning and Age-Friendly Cities

Explore how urban planning can adapt to the trend of aging and create an elderly-friendly city.

Environmental Sustainability in the Context of Ageing Populations

Discuss the impact of aging on environmental sustainability and how to consider the needs and contributions of the elderly in environmental policies.

Qualification

We warmly welcome faculty members, researchers, post-doc and graduate students from all SIGMA member institutions and other institutions, as well as industry/community experts, policymakers.

Important Dates

Submission Deadline

February 1, 2024. Abstracts

Submission Email Address

Please submit to: sigma2024@ruc.edu.cn and international.pension.workshop@gmail.com

Notification of Acceptance

February 2024. All submissions will undergo a rigorous peer review process by our panel of experts.

Final Paper or Presentation Material Submission Deadline

April 1, 2024.

Each presenter in the parallel sessions will be expected to be a discussant for another paper within the same session.

Fee Information

There are no registration fees for the Annual SIGMA Research Symposium 2024 and the 20th International Conference on Pensions, Insurance and Savings.

Meals will be provided by the organizers. Please note that travel, accommodation, and any other personal expenses will be the responsibility of the attendees.

Organizing Committee

The symposium and the 20th International Conference on Pensions, Insurance and Savings. are organized by the following institutions:
- Renmin University of China
- Hitotsubashi University
- Singapore Management University
- Université Paris Dauphine PSL, LEDa DIAL and Euro-Mediterranean Economists Association.

Additional information

For VISA, please contact:

sigma2024@ruc.edu.cn and international.pension.workshop@gmail.com

About SIGMA

SIGMA is a network of universities established in 2015 to promote cooperation on research endeavours, teaching innovation, and the dissemination of knowledge in management and the social sciences. For more details, please visit the SIGMA website (https://www.sigma-alliance.org/)