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Welcome to the George Washington Competition & Innovation Lab (GW CIL), a thriving research institution for pioneering ideas in the realms of market innovation and competition!
At the GW CIL, we're not just observers of the world; we're active shapers of the future.
Housed in the GW Institute of Public Policy, one of the few university-wide centers directed by the GW Provost, the GW Competition & Innovation Lab is exclusively funded by the GW Institute of Public Policy.
Our methodology is not only globally inclusive but also encompasses a holistic perspective. We meticulously scrutinize markets around the world, bringing together diverse perspectives to understand innovation in its most comprehensive form.
Our team comprises internationally acclaimed scholars who not only conduct empirical research but also lead the vanguard in knowledge creation. They collaborate with policymakers and engage with entrepreneurs, fostering a climate conducive to innovation and competitive rivalry.
We invite you to join us at the GW CIL, where passion aligns with purpose. Here, we are not merely envisioning a more prosperous future; we are in the process of actualizing it. Together, we aim to stimulate economic growth and innovation while ensuring fair competition.
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50+ Events
From our annual conference, jointly organized with the ABA's Antitrust Law Journal, to local conferences held across the globe, our Lab serves as a leading global convener of in-person and hybrid events, ranging from public conferences to private roundtables.
100+ Articles
We produce prominent research papers addressing cutting-edge topics in policy and regulation. We promote interdisciplinary research, with a particular emphasis on innovation. In addition, we disseminate shorter contributions, such as responses to public consultations, blog posts, and op-eds.
9 Regional Initiatives
Our Regional Initiatives transform the GW Competition & Innovation Lab into a genuinely international research center focused on innovation policy and regulation. Each initiative is structured around a local cadre of experts, directed by a regional leader, who collaborate with regulatory authorities, convene events, and produce scholarly and policy-oriented publications.
