Learn more about LISER’s departments, shaping our contributions to societal and scientific challenges.

Discover research that examines key challenges in employment, economic trends and social dynamics within the labour market, offering valuable insights into these important areas.

Living Conditions

Engage with research that investigates the factors influencing living standards, with a focus on income distribution, housing conditions and social inclusion, providing evidence-based insights into these crucial areas.

Urban Development and Mobility

Studies urban dynamics to identify pathways of actors to stimulate sustainable urban transitions.

Appel à Communications: Les relations industrielles dans un monde du travail en mutation

Learn more about our cross-departmental programmes, which combine interdisciplinary expertise to tackle transversal challenges.

Crossing Borders

Discover how our research into the complexities of cross-border mobility is advancing knowledge, shaping policy, benefiting society and addressing global challenges.

Health and Health Systems

Engage with research dedicated to enhancing public health, improving healthcare accessibility, and promoting equitable and efficient health solutions at a global scale.

Discover LISER's initiatives, driving scientific progress and fostering meaningful collaborations with stakeholders.

Doctoral programmes

Meet a dynamic community of researchers addressing critical societal challenges through innovative and interdisciplinary studies. Our doctoral programme offers exceptional training, mentorship and opportunities to shape impactful policies and drive innovation in diverse fields.

Data Science and Simulation

The Centre of Competence for Data Science and Simulation (DSS) is a cross-departmental initiative. Our ambition is to develop infrastructure, tools and competences in in machine learning, big data, microsimulation and geoexperimentation to conduct excellent research and advise policy-makers as well as stakeholders.

cc-EXPAR - Competence Centre in Experimental and Participatory Research

The Competence Centre in Experimental and Participatory Research (EXPAR) is a cross-departmental initiative. Our ambition is to improve awareness of and skills in experimental and participatory research methods to strengthen LISER’s position at the forefront of internationally high quality, scientifically rigorous and societally relevant research.

Crossing Borders & Migration

Topic: Cross-border Mobility

Analysing patterns and drivers of cross-border movement, including migration, commuting, and forced displacement

Driving Insights for Smarter Mobility

People’s movement shapes our interconnected world—whether for work, family, safety, or daily life. We analyze the forces behind mobility, uncover patterns, and deliver insights that empower individuals and strengthen global connections.

Growth, Housing & Inequality in the Greater Region

Luxembourg's rapid economic growth, driven by the financial sector and multinational start-ups, has led to growing spatial inequalities and strained housing markets. Cross-border labour flows benefit landlords, with low- and medium-skilled property owners seeing their incomes rise, while high-skilled tenants face losses.

Young office workers in their daily routine

Labour Market Shifts and Public Perceptions

As high-skilled migrants flood the financial and IT sectors, native workers shift to the public sector. Public attitudes towards immigration remain broadly positive, although recent inflows from outside Europe are influencing opinions about optimal levels of migration.

eal Estate Investment and Market Growth Concept. Analyzes real estate market growth trends. Graph show rising house price, interest rate, property mortgage, loan home, and investment opportunities

Housing Challenges and the Need for Inclusive Policy

Faced with rising property prices and congestion, Luxembourg needs to adapt its housing and urban planning strategies. The CRHOUSINQ project highlights the need for inclusive policies to address skills gaps, housing inequality and sustainable growth to ensure that Luxembourg remains an attractive yet balanced economic centre.

Key Topic contributors:

Vincent Dautel (LM), Antoine Paccoud (UDM), Julien Licheron (UDM), Gulnoza Kuldosheva (LC)

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