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2025
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• Conference Update March 10, 2026: Conference registration is open till 26 April, 2026. Check here to register.
• Conference Update March 17, 2026:
We have engaged Crowne Plaza Shanghai, which is within 5-10 minutes of walking distance from SAIF, to provide accommodation service at preferential rates for the conference.
Click here to book your rooms at your earliest convenience to enjoy the discounted conference rate.
If, as a result of a system bug, the room rates displayed on the reservation page are different from the conference rates as listed below, please contact the hotel directly at reserves@cpsha.com. For any technical problems or specific enquiries regarding the guestroom reservation, please contact the hotel directly as well.
| Room Category | 1 King Bed | Twin Beds | Terms |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard-Main Building | CNY 650 net | CNY 650 net |
• Per room per night • Inclusive of taxes & service charges, one or two breakfasts, and free wireless internet service |
| Standard Technology | CNY 800 net | CNY 800 net | |
| Standard Lounge Access | CNY 900 net | CNY 900 net | |
| Executive Suite | CNY 1100 net | N/A |
CALL FOR PAPERS
2026 SAIF ANNUAL RESEARCH CONFERENCE
May 14-15, 2026
Shanghai, China
The SAIF Annual Research Conference, founded by the Shanghai Advanced Institute of Finance (SAIF) at Shanghai Jiao Tong University, aims to provide a platform for worldwide scholars, where high-quality and innovative research in financial economics can be presented and discussed in an engaged and interactive environment.
You are invited to submit your papers to be considered for presentation at our second annual research conference on May 14-15, 2026, in Shanghai, China. Papers in all areas of finance are welcome.
Submissions
Submissions should be sent via this link.
The submission deadline is January 12, 2026. Authors of accepted papers will be notified by February 27, 2026.
Keynote Speaker
Darrell Duffie, Stanford University
Conference Chair
Jun Pan, Shanghai Jiao Tong University
Conference Co-Chairs
Yongxiang Wang, Shanghai Jiao Tong University
Xiaoyun Yu, Shanghai Jiao Tong University
Conference Associate Chair
Dong Yan, Shanghai Jiao Tong University
Expenses
There are no fees for attendance of academic sessions at the conference. Participants are expected to cover their own travel expenses. The conference will cover up to three nights of lodging for all presenters and discussants.
Conference Contact