f r e s h meetings
[future research in economic and social history]
The FRESH meetings are aimed at researchers in any field of economic and social history. The meetings build on the concept that scholars present their ongoing research at an early stage, i.e. before it becomes published as a working paper or the like, and certainly before it is published in journals or books. The main aim of the meetings is to gather researchers in a friendly and non-imposing environment where they can present their research and receive constructive criticism from their peers. Normally, any theme is welcome. Participants should prepare their presentation in order to target a general-field audience. The idea is that, in this way, they will get to think about their research in broader terms.
The meetings have no permanent venue but will take place at any institution around the world where there is an interest in having the FRESH meeting. Hosting institutions will be asked to provide a venue, including electronic equipment, plus refreshments, lunch and dinner for participants (usually about 12-20 for a one-day workshop). A small non-refundable registration fee (usually €70) will be payable by participants in order to cover the organizers' expenses. Upcoming FRESH meetings will be announced on the FRESH website.
You are welcome to register as a member. Membership is free and involves your name and a link to your personal website being posted on the FRESH meeting website. Prospective members are encouraged to join the FRESH meetings group on facebook, which can be reached by clicking here. Alternatively, you can sign up as a member by clicking here. If you would like to organize a FRESH meeting at your institution, please contact the meeting organizers.
The meetings are organized by Paul Sharp and Jacob Weisdorf.