HUMAN-IST INSTITUTE

Human-IST (Human Centered Interaction Science and Technology) aims to develop and evaluate new interface technologies that are usable, useful, and appealing to a broad section of people, and compatible with sustainability criteria. It is dedicated to research and training in Human-Centered Digitalisation and Interaction Science & Technology combining expertise coming from several disciplines such as computer science, psychology, law and sociology.

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News

FIRST HYPE STUDIES CONFERENCE

How to study hype and its impact on society?

The first Hype Studies Conference '(Don't) believe the Hype' took place in Barcelona, the 10th-12th of Septemer

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CONTINUING EDUCATION

New one-day course: introduction to Artificial Intelligence

Together with Prof. Cudré-Mauroux, Prof. Jobin has co-organized a one-day in understanding generative AI as a continuing education offer.

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NEW COURSE OFFER

"Perspectives in AI Ethics" taught in the autumn semester

A new interdisciplinary course/seminar focuses on critical AI studies and ethics, teaching insights from sociology, STS, and philosophy.

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Masters at Human-IST

Digital Neuroscience Master

The new Specialised Master in Digital Neuroscience creates a new professional figure spanning both the neuroscience and digital sides, by using a truly interdisciplinary approach. 

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Digital Society Master

The master’s minor programme Digital Society focuses on the social dimensions and consequences of digital technology in contemporary societies. 

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Professorships

Resilient Systems

Human-Computer Interaction

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Human-IST Minisites

Discover the "living" platform for Human-IST members to publish the most up-to-date information about their research and teaching activities.

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Research in Human-Computer Interaction

Research in Resilient Systems

Digital Society Studies