Publications
CELSI in the media:
Young people in Slovakia increasingly struggle to achieve a decent standard of living, despite full-time employment
The article refers to CELSI’s latest living wage estimates for Slovakia, developed in cooperation with the WageIndicator Foundation.
ESET Science Award launches a new edition and looks back at laureate Martin Kahanec
As the ESET Science Award 2026 closed its nominations, the award portal looked back at last year's laureate in the category of Outstanding Scientist in Slovakia Martin Kahanec.
CELSI has published the latest living wage calculation for Slovakia
CELSI in collaboration with the WageIndicator Foundation has calculated that the living wage in Slovakia for the first quarter of 2026 stood at €1,344 gross.
Významná časť zamestnancov dostáva mzdu, ktorá nestačí na dôstojné živobytie
CELSI v spolupráci s WageIndicator Foundation ukazujú, že minimálna mzda na Slovensku mnohým zamestnancom stále neumožňuje pokryť ani 70 % základných nákladov na dôstojný život.
Martin Kahanec in Postoj on economic optimism, migration, and the future of Slovakia
In Tthe interview published in the Slovak conservative daily Postoj, Martin Kahanec reflects on the gap between public sentiment and economic evidence, arguing that expectations and narratives play a powerful role in shaping the country’s trajectory.
The Responsibility of Knowledge: Martin Kahanec in discussion at ESET Science Award and Klub pod lampou event
On 21 April 2026, CELSI Scientific Director Martin Kahanec took part in a public discussion entitled "The Responsibility of Knowledge", organised by .týždeň, ESET Science Award, and Klub pod lampou in Bratislava.
Rising transport costs and social impacts: Patrik Gažo featured in euBrief
In a recent article by euBrief, CELSI researcher Patrik Gažo highlights the risks of poorly coordinated policies, warning that mobility may become more expensive faster than viable alternatives are developed.
The future of work in Slovak industry: Monika Martišková in euBrief interview
In a podcast interview for euBrief, CELSI researcher Monika Martišková challenges common assumptions that decarbonisation will lead to the decline of industry.