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EARNet is a European research network dedicated to advancing high-quality auditing research through a biennial conference, regular seminars, and ongoing collaboration among scholars. Founded in April 2000, the network held its first conference in 2001. The 14th EARNet conference will take place in 2027 in Lille, France.

The Program Committee is responsible for organizing the conference in collaboration with local hosts.

The Scientific Committee supports EARNet by contributing to its key initiatives, providing strategic guidance, and serving as reviewers for the conference.

Seminar Series 2026

June 10, 2026 | 3:00 pm (CET)
Industry Specialist Auditors and Client Layoffs
Lauren Matkaluk (Presenter, University of San Diego)
Vishal P. Baloria (University of Connecticut)
Steve Kaplan (Arizona State University)

Discussant: Kris Hardies (University of Antwerp)
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September 16, 2026 | 3:00 pm (CET)
Analyzing On-the-Job Learning in Audit Firms
Lobke Weijers (Presenter, Tilburg University)
Claudia Marangoni (Tilburg University)

Discussant: To be announced
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November 18, 2026 | 3:00 pm (CET)
AI and Professional Skepticism
Karina Kroll (Universität Duisburg-Essen)
Xenia Ottawa (Universität Duisburg-Essen)

Discussant: To be announced
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