31st International Conference
Computing in Economics and Finance
University of Chile, Santiago, Chile
7 – 9 July 2025
Program CommitteeLodging & Local InformationWorkshops & Special SessionsOnsite Conference DetailsProgram Agenda and Registration
Program Chairs & Local Organizers
Carlos Rondón–Moreno, Central Bank of Chile
Eugenia Andreasen, University of Chile
Humberto Martínez, University of Chile
Scientific Committee
Miguel Acosta, University of Wisconsin-Madison
Simone Alfarano, Universitat Jaume I
Vanessa Alviarez, Inter-American Development Bank
Eugenia Andreasen, Universidad de Chile
David Argente, Yale School of Management
Tiziana Assenza, Toulouse School of Economics
Sofia Bauducco, Central Bank of Chile
Christiane Baumeister, University of Notre Dame
William Branch, University of California, Irvine
Mauricio Calani, Central Bank of Chile
Christopher Carroll, Johns Hopkins University
Ricardo Correa, Federal Reserve Board
Pablo Cuba-Borda, Federal Reserve Board
Domenico Delli Gatti, Catholic University of Milan
Andrés Fernández, International Monetary Fund
Domenico Giannone, University of Washington
Stephen Hansen, University College London
Cars Hommes, University of Amsterdam
Giulia Iori, City University of London
Luciana Juvenal, International Monetary Fund
Peter John Lambert, London School of Economics
Juan Miguel Londoño, Federal Reserve Board
Thomas Lubik, Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond
Thomas Lux, University of Kiel
Lilia Maliar, City University of New York
Humberto Martínez, Universidad de Chile
Enrique Martinez-Garcia, Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas
Juri Marucci, Banca d’Italia
Victoria Nuguer, ITAM (Mexico)
Galo Nuño, Bank of Spain
Sergio Ocampo, University of Western Ontario
Matias Ossandon, Center for Latin American Monetary Studies
Pablo Ottonello, University of Maryland
Evi Pappa, Universidad Carlos III – Spain)
Ernesto Pastén, Central Bank of Chile
Mathieu Pedemonte, Inter-American Development Bank
Paulina Restrepo-Echavarria, Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis
Francesca Rondina, University of Ottawa
Luis Felipe Saenz, University of South Carolina
Isabelle Salle, University of Ottawa
César Sosa-Padilla, University of Notre Dame
Zach Stangebye, University of Notre Dame
Robert Tetlow, Federal Reserve Board
Javier Turén, Universidad Católica de Chile
Alejandro Vicondoa, Universidad Católica de Chile
Getting to Santiago
Arriving by air: Santiago de Chile Airport (SCL)
Ground Transportation to/from the airport
Taxis – Potentially better/easier for getting to the city from the airport. “Taxi Oficial,” wearing blue vests (just outside baggage in the airport terminal). They will quote the rate to the city (expect about $24,000 CLP), take credit cards for payment, queue right outside on the airport parkway, and do not require reservations. Easy option for getting to the city from the airport.
Rideshare (potentially better for returning to the airport because they cannot legally pick up at the airport- you’ll have to make your way to the parking garage with driver instructions, at minimum): TransferVIP (OPTION 1) WeTransfer (OPTION 2) and UBER
Local transportation in Santiago: GETTING AROUND
Hotel Options in Santiago
There are many lodging options in Santiago, near to the University of Chile and in the downtown area, with a wide variety of price points. The conference has negotiated special rates with the following select hotels:
Hotel Singular: (Walking distance to the conference site)
– Single Room USD 127
– Double Room USD 143
Rates include: Breakfast at The Singular Restaurant, free WiFi in rooms and hotel common areas, security box, minibar with free non-alcoholic drinks, access to the Hotel’s Spa & gym
For reservations: Contact santiagoreservas@thesingular.com and mention “CEF Conference 2025” in the subject line.
Hotel ISMAEL (walking distance to the conference site)
– Single Room USD 110
– Double Room USD 115
Rates include: – Buffet breakfast – Free WiFi in rooms and hotel common areas – Check-in: 3:00 PM (15:00 hrs) – Check-out: 12:00 PM (12:00 hrs) – Rooftop pool (open seasonally)
For reservations: Contact Marisol Alvarez (malvarez@plazasanfrancisco.cl) and mention the SCE Conference.
Hotel Cumbres Lastarria (walking distance to the conference site)
– Single Room USD 115
– Double Room USD 125
Rates include: Breakfast, free WiFi in rooms and hotel common areas
For reservations: https://www.cumbreslastarria.com/book/dates-of-stay?RatePlanId=10155592&startmonth=07/2025. The special rate will be available until 20/06/25
Hotel LEREVE (Access to the conference by Metro)
– Single Room / Double Room (matrimonial/king bed or two beds) USD 149
Rates include: Buffet breakfast,free WiFi in rooms and hotel common areas, check-in: 3:00 PM (15:00 hrs), check-out: 12:00 PM (12:00 hrs)
For reservations: Contact Marisol Alvarez (malvarez@plazasanfrancisco.cl) and mention the SCE Conference.
Le Méridien Santiago (walking distance to the conference site)
– Rates $95.00 USD – 130.00 USD per night, 6 July to 9 July, while available
To reserve: Link to deal
Other options are listed below, but many more are available (check Expedia, Booking.com, Hotels.com, etc.). When looking for lodging options, it is recommended to search in the “Lastarria” or “Providencia” areas which are walking distance to the conference site.
The following hotels are a sample of the options available. Rates are estimates (as of 1/29/25) and no rooms are being held for conference attendees. The rates below are based on reservations from July 6 -10, 2025, (one guest, including breakfast). Rates subject to change.
Walking Distance (Downtown, safe at night):
• Casa Bueras Hotel ($145/nt)
• Lastarria Boutique Hotel ($99 -$125/nt)
• Quiral Boutique Hotel ($113/nt)
- Uber or Metro
Abba Presidente Suites Santiago ($104/nt)
Ibis Santiago Providencia ($124/nt)
Please email CEF2025@simplemeetings.com with questions.
SCE offers pre-meeting workshops each year in conjunction with the annual conference. Topics and speakers vary and are offered as a half-day session for a nominal additional fee to registered CEF attendees. Additional details which will be posted once the 2025 workshop(s) are announced.
CAF, the Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean, Special Session:
CAF is hosting a panel discussion, “Digital Banking and Central Banks in Latin America: Challenges and Opportunities,” featuring speakers from central banks in the region.
LACEA – Special Session:
The Latin American and Caribbean Economic Association (LACEA) is hosting a special session on “Computing in Economics and Finance: Applications for LATAM.” Authors interested in being considered for this session should indicate their interest at the time of submission. Relevant papers submitted before the announcement will still be considered by the selection committee. Submit HERE.
CEMLA – Special Session:
The Center for Latin American Monetary Studies (CEMLA) and the Latin American Journal of Central Banking are hosting a special session on “Frontiers in Central Bank Research.” Authors from several Latin American central banks will showcase the latest research in heterogeneous agents modeling. Chris Carroll, President of the SCE, will lead and moderate a panel discussion.
Post-Conference Workshop:
CEF 2025 attendees are invited to participate in the Workshop on Heterogeneous Agents Models: A Toolkit for Central Banks, jointly organized by CEMLA, the Society for Computational Economics, and the Central Bank of Chile. The event will take place on Thursday, July 10, 2025, in Santiago, Chile, immediately following the CEF 2025 conference.
This one-day workshop will bring together leading academics and central bank practitioners to discuss recent advances in the use of heterogeneous agent models (HAMs) for policy analysis. The program will include:
- An introductory session led by Prof. Christopher Carroll (Johns Hopkins University) on the core foundations and policy insights from HANK models
- Presentations from central banks in the region on frontier applications of HAMs to real-world policy questions
- A policy panel on the practical challenges and opportunities of implementing these models in central bank settings
Registration is open until May 1st, 2025. Please note that seating is limited, and spots will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. You will receive a confirmation of your seat shortly after submitting the registration form.
A detailed agenda can be found here: CEF 2025 Post-Conference Workshop on Heterogenous Agents Models July 10 AGENDA. To attend, register HERE.
Your participation will enrich the discussions and contribute to the growing community of policymakers and researchers working on distributional macroeconomics.
CEF 2025 at the University of Chile’s FEN
The conference will take place at the University of Chile’s Faculty of Economics and Business, located on the Andres Bello Campus (Diagonal Paraguay 257, Santiago).
DIRECTIONS/TRANSPORTATION
More details about ground transportation options in Santiago can be found HERE.
ONSITE CHECK-IN / BADGE PICK-UP
Registration opens at 08:30 on July 7 in the Placa Building, in the third-floor hall next to the Postgrado Lounge and will be open throughout the conference. The first concurrent sessions start the meeting on Monday, July 7 at 09:00, followed by the Welcome and Plenary session at 11:00.
PROGRAM
To access the program, log in to your OA Dashboard, select “CEF 2025,” and then click on “Program.” Your receipt is also available to download from your dashboard
Lodging
Haven’t made your lodging reservations yet? Click here for deals with nearby hotels.
Weather
Attendees should anticipate typical winter weather in Santiago. Daytime temperatures will generally range from 12°C to 16°C (54°F to 61°F), while nighttime lows can get chilly, typically dropping to 3°C to 5°C (37°F to 41°F). Be prepared for a mix of cloudy and clear skies, and the possibility of some rainfall during your stay.
Parallel Session – Format & Timing
Each parallel session runs for 100 minutes.
- Each presentation will have a total of 25 minutes, which includes 20 minutes for the talk and 5 minutes for Q&A.
- Please start and finish on time to keep the schedule running smoothly.
- Presenters are encouraged to bring presentations on a USB drive.
- Each room is equipped with a computer and internet access.
Coffee Breaks and Lunches
Coffee and lunch will be available daily during the designated time slots within the program. Service will be provided in either the Biblioteca or Postgrado Lounges, both situated on the 3rd floor of the Placa Building.
WIFI Access
While on campus, you will be able to use the University’s open network “FEN.” The Eduroam network is also available for participants with valid credentials.
EVENING EVENTS
July 7: Welcoming Cocktail
The cocktail will take place at the Main Hall, Tecnoaulas Building from 17:00 to 18:30.
July 8: Conference Reception
The main social event will take place at Museum of Pre-Columbian Art. The museum is located in the heart of Santiago’s Historic Center and showcases an important art collection spanning 10000 years of history. During the evening, guests will be able to leisurely explore the museum’s full collection and enjoy great conversation accompanied by a generous tasting of traditional dishes and drinks from Chile and Latin America.
Additionally, for those who wish to receive a more detailed overview, the museum’s experts will be offering guided tours throughout the evening.
Place: Museum of Pre-Colombian Art
Address: Bandera 361, Santiago, Chile
Time: 18:00 to 21:00
How to get there:
- By shuttle: Shuttles will take guests to and from the university. Buses will depart from the university around 17:30 and from the museum around 21:00.
- By public transportation: The museum is located near the “Plaza de Armas” metro station. Uber and taxis are also available.
- By walking: The museum is located about a 25-minute walk from the University and about 18-minute walk from the Lastarria Hotel area.
- Please note that your name tag is mandatory to enter the reception at the Museum.
General Safety Recommendations
While Santiago is generally safe, it’s always wise to be aware and avoid displaying valuable items openly when you’re out on the street, especially at night. Please remember to be mindful of your surroundings and keep a close watch on your personal belongings throughout the event.
PROGRAM AGENDA
Registered attendees can access the online program (most current) by accessing their Oxford Abstracts dashboard, where you can also download a receipt for conference registration fees.
A PDF of the program agenda is available HERE for anyone interested in the topics and presenters being discussed at CEF 2025.
REGISTRATION
Registration is OPEN if you would still like to attend CEF 2025 in Santiago!
Standard registration: $450
Student registration: $245 with student ID
If you have questions about registration or the program agenda, please email CEF2025@simplemeetings.com.
