RISE Conference 2026
The conference will take place on September 17–18, 2026, at the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland.
Call for papers
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ABOUT THE CONFERENCE
The Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland will host the RISE Conference 2026, bringing together researchers and policymakers to advance the knowledge frontier of regime-switching and nonlinear macroeconomic modeling. The conference will take place on September 17–18, 2026, at the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland.
Call for Papers
In an era marked by inflation surges, geopolitical fragmentation, and rising uncertainty, nonlinear and regime-dependent models offer critical insights into macroeconomic re-silience and policy design. This conference seeks to foster dialogue between academics and policy institutions by bridging theory and practice to address today’s most pressing global challenges.
Themes of Interest
We welcome both methodological contributions and policy-relevant applications, includ-ing but not limited to:
Methodological Advances
- Regime-switching models in macroeconomics and finance
- Nonlinear dynamics and solution multiplicity
- Numerical methods and computational innovations
- High-dimensional and large-scale model applications
- Screening strategies and model uncertainty
Policy-Relevant Applications
- Inflation surges and monetary policy responses
- Trade wars, global fragmentation, and supply chain disruptions
- Geopolitical risks and uncertainty in global markets
- Financial stability under nonlinear shocks
- Extreme weather events and macroeconomic and financial resilience
- Digital currencies and nonlinear transmission mechanisms
- Central bank communication under model uncertainty
We particularly welcome contributions that combine rigorous modeling techniques with policy insights, highlighting the relevance of nonlinear and regime-dependent frameworks for real-world decision-making.
Submission Guidelines
- Deadline for submissions: May 15, 2026
- Format: Full papers are preferred; extended abstracts will also be considered.
- Notification of acceptance: June 15, 2026
- Submission portal: Google form
Practical Information
- Venue: Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland
- Dates: September 17–18, 2026
- Participants are expected to arrange their own travel and accommodation. Information on nearby hotels will be provided on the conference website.
- Conference fee: USD 250. The fee covers conference materials, coffee breaks, lunches and dinner. Details on payment will be provided upon acceptance.
Post-Conference Course
Following the conference, on Saturday, September 19, 2026, a mini-introductory course to RISE will be offered at Cleveland State University.
This hands-on course is designed for participants seeking practical exposure to the RISE toolbox and its applications in regime-switching and nonlinear modeling. Registration details will be announced closer to the date. Please note that places are limited.
Contact
For questions regarding submissions or logistics, please contact the organizing committee at: paolo.gelain@clev.frb.org.
Organizing Committee
- Paolo Gelain, Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland
- Tatiana Kirsanova, University of Glasgow
- Francesca Loria, Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System and CEPR
- Masashige Hamano, University of Waseda
- Junior Maih, Norges Bank
- Ruthira Naraidoo, University of Pretoria
When and where
September 17–18, 2026
Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland