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

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY

Prof. Jobin in the Federal Palace and on national TV

Dedicated to "Women and AI: Shaping the Future between Potential and Risk", a national event took place on the occasion of International Women's Day.

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PODCAST EPISODE

Dr. Marisa Tschopp joins the "Bits of Ethics" podcast to discuss the complexities of AI companionship in practice

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DOCUMENTARY FILM

SRF Documentary on Digital Humans

Dr. Marisa Tschopp is featured in a documentary film called "Mein Avatar und Ich". It will premier on April 12, 2026, on national television (SRF).

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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 Design 

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