ZBW - Leibniz Information Centre for Economics, Research institute and central specialist library in Kiel and Hamburg, Germany.
The ZBW is an information center with locations in Kiel and Hamburg that gives researchers access to specialized economics literature and datasets. The institution manages a substantial collection of economic resources and makes them available through both physical libraries and digital platforms.
The institution traces its origins back to 1919 when it was founded as part of the Kiel Institute for World Economy. In 2007 it was restructured as an independent foundation under public law.
The two journals Wirtschaftsdienst and Intereconomics published here shape how economists worldwide discuss current research and findings. These publications form an important part of how academic economists stay connected to the latest developments in their field.
Visitors can search materials both in person and online while receiving specialized help with their literature searches. The central locations at both sites make it easy to access the collections and consult with expert staff.
The specialized research support service EconDesk helps scholars navigate economic data sources from around the world. The team also partners with about 40 research institutions to provide users with broad access to diverse resources.
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