2025 PREDOC Student Research Conference

The Institute for Economic Development – DC Centre, in collaboration with Pathways to Research and Doctoral Careers (PREDOC), is pleased to host the 2025 PREDOC Student Research Conference at the World Bank headquarters in Washington, DC. 

PREDOC is a consortium of leading universities and research institutions dedicated to reducing barriers to research and doctoral careers, particularly those related to information asymmetries, educational preparation, credentialing gaps, and affordability.

At this conference, students present their original research in quantitative social science fields to fellow undergraduates, faculty, PhD students, and pre-docs. Professional development panels will cover topics from the graduate school experience to career diversity in the quantitative social sciences. This conference is an excellent opportunity for students who want to learn more about a research career, as well as those who are already committed to research and looking to get feedback on their work and expand their networks.

This conference represents a strategic opportunity for the Institute to deepen engagement with PREDOC member institutions, support emerging researchers, and cultivate new talent pipelines aligned with the mission of the World Bank.