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In every academic field, it is important that you take time to learn about different conferences that are happening in your field. Attending a conference allows you to find out about important new research and to get feedback on your work – not to mention the value of networking with other researchers and experts in academia and industry. If you are looking for an economics conference to attend in the US this year, then we recommend that you take a look at the following top conferences:

Whether you are a student or a senior researcher in economics, attending conferences is a vital part of your academic career. As well as being able to present your work as a talk or as a poster, you can attend the presentations of other researchers to learn about the latest news and developments in your field. But more than that, conferences are a chance to discuss your topic with fellow experts and to get to know new people and to expand your network.

The most famous and prestigious prizes in research, the Nobel Prizes, were announced recently. The prizes for 2017 will be given out at a ceremony in Stockholm on the 10th December. Before that happens, we're going to introduce you to each of the winners and explain what part of their research lead them to win an award for their extraordinary achievements. Download the Conference Monkey Directory - 6 Month Conference List

The right speaker can turn a standard conference into something truly memorable. Attending an event with a famous or well-regarded keynote speaker can be a great way to learn more about the latest developments in your field and to see what issues are currently being debated. Plus, a great speaker will be entertaining and engaging, giving you a whole new enthusiasm for your work. If you're hoping to get inspired by a great conference speaker in the field of economics, here are five of the very best speakers in the field: 1. Daniel Kahneman