Research
We produce high-quality, policy-relevant research to inform decision makers and advance the academic debate.
Centre for a Digital Society
Multi-disciplinary research and training to lead the digital transformation
About the Centre
The Centre for a Digital Society engages in the public debate on the impact of digitalisation on markets and democracy.
Our mission is to advise decision makers on addressing the challenges of digital transformation by delivering high-quality, independent, policy-oriented research.
Our core activities are academic research, policy events and executive training.
The Centre for a Digital Society is based at the Robert Schuman Centre of the European University Institute. The Director is Professor Pier Luigi Parcu.
Core activities
Policy events
Our events provide an ideal space for different stakeholders to exchange ideas, share best practices, debate emerging policy issues and enhance their networks.
Training
Our training programme draws from the latest academic findings and expert insights from practitioners, combining them into short- and long-term courses.
Upcoming events
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22 January 2025
Seminar
The promise and challenges of enabling and dynamic regulation
Governing Tech Giants
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12 February 2025
Seminar
A data-driven perspective: insights from YouTube
Setting the academic agenda for studying social media
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21 May 2025
Conference
Exploring innovation and global trends in the postal and delivery sector
33rd Conference on Postal and Delivery Economics
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22 January 2025
Seminar
The promise and challenges of enabling and dynamic regulationGoverning Tech Giants
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12 February 2025
Seminar
A data-driven perspective: insights from YouTubeSetting the academic agenda for studying social media
Read more
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21 May 2025
Conference
Exploring innovation and global trends in the postal and delivery sector33rd Conference on Postal and Delivery Economics
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Call for papers
Conference on Postal and Delivery Economics - Open call for papers
With a tradition spanning over three decades, the Conference will celebrate its 33rd edition in 2025 in Limassol, Cyprus.
Digital technologies are rapidly evolving, affecting our lives in novel ways with sometimes unpredictable results. Together, policymakers and stakeholders must help society to make the most of these opportunities while also preventing negative effects on citizens and democracy. We endeavour to provide independent research to help build a fair digital future where we all can thrive.
Pier Luigi Parcu
Director, Centre for a Digital Society