The Italy’s National University Centre for Applied Economic Studies CiMET, in collaboration with the Schweitzer family, has set up an annual price for scholars in the early stages of their career in memory of Professor Stuart O. Schweitzer. The award is open to young academics working in the field of political economy, economic policies analysis and applied economic studies.

Stuart O. Schweitzer, distinguished American professor based for several decades at UCLA, devoted his academic career to economic studies with a particular focus on health industries (biotech and pharmaceutical), innovation, and industrial policy. His studies were driven by a deep passion for research and knowledge, by a profound intellectual curiosity and by a strong openness to international experiences. In teaching and conducting research, he mentored and collaborated with young scholars across several countries and different interdisciplinary backgrounds. Professor Schweitzer spent a great deal of time in Italy, collaborated with Italian scholars, and demonstrated a special interest for the Italian economy, economic policies, and politics.

The winner will be awarded with a check of $2,500 US to support her/his research activity and periods of visiting in foreign Universities or Research Institutions.

The prize will be awarded to scholars whose research makes a theoretical contribution, is empirically rigorous, and is relevant to political economy or public policy. The selection will account for research quality, its interdisciplinary and innovative nature, and the ability of the scholar to build bridges across nations and institutions.

To be considered in the 2023 competition, candidates should send their CV and a one-page statement illustrating the main goals of their future research and learning activities by June 25th 2023 to: info@cimet.org

The winner will be nominated by an ad hoc committee composed by CiMET Fellows and a representative of the Schweitzer family.

The prize will be awarded during the annual workshop of the Italy’s National University Centre for Applied Economic Studies CiMET. This yearthe Workshop will be held in Bologna, Italy, on July 9^th – 10th 2023.