What are the benefits and threats of generative AI for business use cases? Representatives of companies like Accenture, Wirz Group, and Voicetechhub came together with researchers from the ZHAW and University of Zurich to discuss current practices and issues such as copyright law, explainability of AI models and AI literacy.… Read More »Lies, Damned Lies, and Generative AI in Business Use Cases
A new publication in Government Information Quarterly (GIQ) explores how advanced technologies, including large language models, can support refugee management during crises. Titled “Data-driven intelligence in crisis: The case of Ukrainian refugee management,” the paper was authored by Kilian Sprenkamp, Mateusz Dolata, Liudmila Zavalokina, and Gerhard Schwabe. This study explores how… Read More »Enhancing Refugee Management with Data-Driven Intelligence
In her article “Disinformation, Democracy and the Digital Sphere”, Tanja Wirz sheds light on how the state should deal with disinformation in digital media and what measures are needed to protect democracy. UZH researchers Mark Eisenegger and Florent Thouvenin present proposals on this topic in an interdisciplinary study. It is… Read More »How the state can deal with disinformation. A look at current research at UZH
ExerUp Portal provides information on exergames and their potential in the areas of health, training and therapy. The platform is aimed at interested parties from research, practice and other areas who want to explore innovative approaches to exercise and health. Go to the ExerUp Portal A series of workshops will… Read More »New platform for exergames and health
In today’s hybrid work environments, achieving a balance between individual focused work and teamwork is very challenging, but crucial. The DIZH-funded project addresses this challenge with FlowTeams, a solution that enhances team awareness by sharing work schedules and availability information. By integrating with communication apps like Teams & Zoom as… Read More »Better Balancing Focused Work and Collaboration in Hybrid Teams
Many thanks to all DIZH members and colleagues for their commitment this year. 2024 has once again demonstrated the importance of cross-university collaboration, interdisciplinary exchange and the connection between science and practice. Together, we were able to create new structures that strengthen research and teaching, promote digital innovations and initiate… Read More »Goodbye 2024
The assessment of injured joints, tissue parts or bones is crucial for successful orthopaedic therapy. At Balgrist University Hospital, three-dimensional CT data is used to create digital patient twins. These virtual models make it possible to visualize biomechanical forces in a simulation and to better assess the success of the… Read More »Patient twin predicts successful interventions
The “Partners in a Trading Zone” project of the Ethnographic Museum of the UZH (VMZ) and the PHZH brings together hand embroiderers and programmers to explore the interface between craftsmanship and digital technology. In workshops, the participants worked on embroidery motifs and developed a common language. Hand embroiderers and programmers… Read More »Cross-stitching and programming
Digital platforms such as Uber or food delivery services have spread the promise of freedom and flexibility, but for many gig workers this vision remains unattainable. Especially those who live entirely from contracts often struggle with precarious conditions and insecurity. Research by geographer Karin Schwiter and her team at UZH… Read More »More Obligations for Uber & Co.
In our latest episode of Schampar digital, we talk to Céline Külling-Knecht about young people’s leisure activities. The JAMES Study 2024 shows how their media use is changing. While new trends such as TikTok and AI tools are becoming increasingly important, the basic needs of young people remain largely constant.… Read More »How young people spend their free time