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Unina is the Coordinating University of the DIGISOC Joint Master Programme in Digital Society, Social Innovation and Global Citizenship. Founded in 1224, the University Federico II is the world’s oldest state-supported institution of Higher Education and Research. Based in Naples, the University is rooted in a challenging and lively socio-economic context and aims at bridging southern Italy to the global scientific community. The University Federico II is committed to its public mission, and its laic and pluralistic vocation, supporting the independence, openness and inclusivity of teaching, learning and research. As a comprehensive public university, University Federico II offers high-quality courses in all academic disciplines, at all levels, allowing its students to pursue both intellectual development and the acquisition of professional skills. University Federico II is also committed to quality research, societal impact and community engagement. The development of interdisciplinary and innovative teaching, learning and research are, therefore, among its priorities. At University Federico II, fundamental and curiosity-driven research as well as applied and output-oriented researchers are highly praised, placing the University among the most active Higher Education and Research institutions in Italy and Europe.
DIGISOC Scientific Coordinator: Prof. Emiliano Grimaldi
Contact: emiliano.grimaldi@unina.it
The University of Innsbruck is one of Austria’s oldest and most prestigious universities, established in 1669. Located in the picturesque city of Innsbruck, nestled in the heart of the Austrian Alps, the university is renowned for its academic excellence, research innovation, and diverse international community. With over 28,000 students and 4,500 staff members, the University of Innsbruck offers a dynamic and supportive learning environment. The university is composed of 16 faculties, spanning a wide range of disciplines including the humanities, natural sciences, social sciences, law, and economics. Its interdisciplinary approach fosters collaboration across fields, and it is particularly known for its strong research focus in areas like quantum physics, climate change, sustainability, and alpine studies. The University of Innsbruck’s strategic location provides students with a unique opportunity to engage in both academic study and outdoor activities. The surrounding natural environment is not only a source of inspiration but also a living laboratory for research in fields such as environmental science, sports science, and mountain ecology. The university is also recognised for its international outlook, offering numerous opportunities for global partnerships, exchange programmes, and research collaborations. With a commitment to fostering an inclusive and global learning community, it attracts students and faculty from all corners of the world. In addition to its academic strengths, the University of Innsbruck is deeply committed to sustainability, social responsibility, and community engagement, making it a forward-thinking institution with a strong sense of civic duty.
DIGISOC Scientific Coordinator: Prof. Nikolaus Umlauf
Contact: Nikolaus.Umlauf@uibk.ac.at
Established in 1573, Palacký University Olomouc is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in Central Europe. Located in the historic city of Olomouc, it serves as a hub for academic excellence, innovative research, and international collaboration. With a student community of over 23,000, the university fosters a dynamic and stimulating learning environment. Its eight faculties encompass a diverse range of disciplines, including the humanities, natural sciences, social sciences, law, medicine, and theology. Strongly committed to interdisciplinary research, the university actively advances pioneering studies in fields such as life sciences, nanotechnology, artificial intelligence, and European studies. Palacký University is set in Olomouc, a city renowned for its rich cultural and historical heritage. Offering an exceptional academic and social experience, the university provides students with an inspiring setting in which to study and thrive. The city’s vibrant student life, remarkable architecture, and welcoming atmosphere make it an ideal place for both intellectual and personal growth. A strong advocate of internationalisation, Palacký University promotes global partnerships, exchange programmes, and research collaborations. Committed to sustainability, social responsibility, and civic engagement, it remains a forward-looking institution dedicated to shaping future generations of scholars and professionals while contributing to the advancement of knowledge on both a national and global scale. Its commitment is to provide excellent education and prepare students for lives of service and leadership in a demanding and changing world. Palacký University Olomouc lives out this commitment not only by placing a high priority on student-faculty interaction but also by offering students an extensive real-world experience through a system of experiential and clinical programmes, the excellency of which is internationally recognised. Palacký University Olomouc espouses and imparts to its students the core values of integrity, humanity, democracy, and civic duty.
DIGISOC Scientific Coordinator: JUDr. Maxim Tomoszek, Ph.D.
Contact: maxim.tomoszek@upol.cz
Pavol Jozef Šafárik University in Košice (UPJŠ) is a statutory and self-governing public institution, established in 1959 and named after the renowned Slovak philologist and historian. Its organisation and activities are determined by self-governing bodies as per Slovak higher education law, overseeing admissions, study programmes, research, and international collaborations.
UPJŠ consists of five faculties – Medicine, Science, Law, Public Administration, and Arts – offering a range of programmes in Slovak and English.
The university follows European education standards, aligning with the Bologna Declaration. It emphasises scientific research, innovation, and global cooperation while fostering knowledge, wisdom, and creativity in students. Located in Košice, Slovakia’s second-largest city and a former European Capital of Culture, UPJŠ provides a vibrant academic and cultural environment.
DIGISOC Scientific Coordinator: Prof. Martin Pekar
Contact: martin.pekar@upjs.sk
University Lusófona was established in 1998. Its core mission is to contribute, through its teaching and research activities, to Portugal’s scientific, cultural, economic, and social development and that of all countries where the Portuguese language is spoken, while not neglecting its European dimension. In order to pursue these objectives, the university develops training, research, and service provision activities in the most diverse areas of knowledge, and actively seeks to be a valid and essential partner for all those who, like the institution itself, believe that higher education and knowledge are the main drivers of development and progress in our society.
The university’s faculties and schools include: Engineering and natural sciences, Health and life sciences, tourism and social work, film, media arts and communication, Economics and management, Social sciences and humanities, Law, Education and psychology, Physical education and sports, Fashion and design, Architecture and urbanism, Veterinary medicine, Computing and information systems, Security and aeronautics.
The facilities include laboratories, auditoriums studios, and multisports in the field of nanotechnology, biology and biotechnology, psychology, Ccivil engineering, industrial engineering, electrical engineering, computing, film and media, arts and architecture, photography and sound, 3D and virtual reality, gyms, physical assessment, sports (judo, surf, volleyball), a veterinary hospital and labs.
DIGISOC Scientific Coordinator: Prof. Elsa Estrela
Contact: p5406@ulusofona.pt , elsaestrela@gmail.com
With 14 faculties, schools and institutes, one observatory and 32 research laboratories, Université Paris-Est Créteil (UPEC) has been active in all fields of knowledge since 1970. Each year, UPEC trains over 42,000 students and working professionals of all ages. A major player in the dissemination of academic, scientific and technological knowledge, the university offers more than 500 training courses in all disciplines and at all levels. UPEC offers personalised support for all successes, thanks to undergraduate and graduate training, recognition of prior learning and lifelong learning opportunities. Furthermore, the university runs a growing number of apprenticeship programmes in order to stimulate entrepreneurship and ease professional integration.
UPEC has built its strategic plan around three strategic orientations: UPEC is an engaged university that encourages and supports all paths of students’ success with dedicated programmes. UPEC masters its trajectory and is a university open to the world and its diversity.
DIGISOC Institutional Coordinator: Martin Schwell
Contact: martin.schwell@u-pec.fr