Regulierungsforschung

Regulierungsforschung, also known as regulatory research, is an interdisciplinary field that examines the design, implementation, and effects of regulations. It aims to understand how rules and policies are created, how they function in practice, and what outcomes they produce for society, the economy, and the environment. This research can encompass a wide range of regulatory areas, including financial markets, environmental protection, telecommunications, pharmaceuticals, and competition law.

The core objective of Regulierungsforschung is to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of regulatory frameworks. Researchers analyze data to identify unintended consequences, assess compliance costs, and evaluate whether regulations achieve their stated goals. This often involves economic analysis, legal scholarship, political science, and social science methodologies. By providing evidence-based insights, Regulierungsforschung seeks to inform policymakers and regulators, helping them to develop more robust and appropriate regulatory strategies.

Key areas of investigation within Regulierungsforschung include the process of regulatory change, the impact of deregulation and re-regulation, the role of expert knowledge in policymaking, and the international dimension of regulatory convergence and divergence. The field also explores challenges such as regulatory capture, the burden of compliance on businesses, and the equitable distribution of regulatory benefits and costs. Ultimately, Regulierungsforschung contributes to a more informed and effective approach to governance in complex modern societies.