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About us

The Center is an international, interdisciplinary centre for social science research relevant to individuals, societies, businesses, institutions, and economies. Its members come from different fields of the social sciences, including demography and epidemiology, economic and social history, political science, public economics, and sociology.

Research

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Politics and Welfare State

The unit Politics and Welfare State conducts and promotes research on collective decision-making within the political realm.
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Population and Social Dynamics

Population and social dynamics are central pillars of Dondena activities— and have been since the centre was established in 2006.
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Health and Society

The Health and Society unit focuses on research in the health and life sciences, and its implications for societies.
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AXA Research Lab on Gender Equality

Gender is a central concept in modern societies. The promotion of gender equality and women’s empowerment is key for policymakers, and businesses are making it a higher priority.
SOCIAL INCLUSION LAB

SI - SOCIAL INCLUSION LAB

SI Lab is committed to promoting social inclusion through rigorous and innovative research that addresses concrete challenges to make an impact on local communities.

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Research Areas and Projects

THE CENTRE'S WORK IS ORGANIZED INTO FOUR RESEARCH AREAS AND TWO LABS:

 

Population Dynamics and Health

Welfare State and Taxation

Politics and Institutions 

Health and Society

 

AXA Research Lab on Gender Equality

SI Lab - Social Inclusion Laboratory

 

The Centre hosts several large research projects, funded by a variety of sources.