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Forests in transition: the ROOT research project makes changes visible and usable
To mark the conclusion of the “ROOT – Real-Time Earth Observation of Forest Dynamics and Biodiversity” project, the “ROOT Forest Monitor” app was unveiled, which is already available for practical use.
Ute Schmid receives the 2026 Communicator Award
Professor Ute Schmid has been awarded the 2026 Communicator Prize. The director of bidt is being honoured for her commitment to communicating artificial intelligence in a way that is both accessible and socially responsible.
Building trust, bridging perspectives: Retreat of the research focus group “Generative AI: Trust in Co-Creation”
At the closed meeting of the bidt research focus “Generative AI: Trust in Co-Creation”, all ten projects discussed their latest findings, shared concepts of trust and the next steps in their interdisciplinary collaboration.
SZ Digitalgipfel 2026: Europe’s digital future – AI, security and sovereignty
The 2026 SZ Digital Summit focused on Europe’s digital future, with a particular emphasis on AI, security and sovereignty.
The AI tool OneTutor in higher education: study shows high levels of acceptance as a learning aid
The AI tool OneTutor is widely accepted in higher education. A study by bidt shows that the tool primarily supports students in exam preparation and serves as a meaningful complement to traditional forms of learning.
Sabine Pfeiffer to become the new Chair of the bidt Board of Directors
Effective April 1, 2026, Professor Sabine Pfeiffer, a sociologist of work, will succeed Professor Alexander Pretschner as chair of the bidt’s Board of Directors. At the same time, two new staff positions will be created.
Interdisciplinary thinking, moving forward together: Network meeting of the bidt Graduate Centre in Bernried
At the network meeting of the bidt Graduate Centre in Bernried on Lake Starnberg on 12 and 13 February 2026, funded doctoral students and postdocs came together to further develop interdisciplinary collaboration in a targeted…
Call for proposals opened: Interdisciplinary consortium projects on the topic of governance of digital transformation
The bidt offers annual funding for interdisciplinary consortium projects. This year’s call focuses on governance of digital transformation, with a special emphasis on business and labor.
Health advice from a chatbot? Ute Schmid comments on the latest study results
A new study on LLMs in healthcare reveals weaknesses in the assessment of medical conditions. Patient interaction with AI can lead to errors. Ute Schmid comments on the new study.
Chat control decoded: An interdisciplinary perspective
Since the European Commission first proposed chat monitoring, there has been disagreement about its possible implementation and the consequences of scanning communications for the purpose of protecting children.