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imec-SMIT, Vrije Universiteit Brussel
@imec-smit.bsky.social
Studies in Media, Innovation and Technology. Research centre dedicated to shaping the future of technology through interdisciplinary research and collaboration.

Website: https://smit.research.vub.be
📢 Doe mee aan onderzoek over data en AI in het onderwijs!

We zoeken leerkrachten, zorgcoördinatoren en directies die kort willen delen welke kansen en uitdagingen zij hierbij ervaren, van lespraktijken over GenAI tot online privacy en algoritmes op sociale media. ⤵️

@lottevermeire.bsky.social
November 27, 2025 at 12:29 PM
Onlangs je master behaald of heb je al enige onderzoekservaring? Ben je gepassioneerd door digitale gezondheidszorg en data? 🩺👩‍💻

Solliciteer dan op onze PhD vacature in digitale gezondheidszorg en kwantitatieve methoden.

Solliciteer vóór 30/11/2025👇
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Doctoraatsbeurs in digitale gezondheidszorg en kwantitatieve methoden
Doctoraatsbeurs in digitale gezondheidszorg en kwantitatieve methoden
jobs.vub.be
November 18, 2025 at 10:08 AM
SMIT is hiring (again)!

We are seeking a researcher for the Horizon Europe-funded StreamSCAPES initiative to focus on VOD, business models, and carbon footprint analysis.

View the full details on our website: smit.research.vub.be/en/vacancies...

@hranaivoson.bsky.social
Open vacancies
Vacancy Researcher. We are looking for a researcher for the StreamSCAPES EU / Horizon Europe initiative. Discover the vacancy:
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November 13, 2025 at 12:37 PM
Vacature Alert!

We zoeken een PhD kandidaat met een passie voor onderzoek naar digitale gezondheidszorg en kwantitatieve methoden.

Locatie: Vrije Universiteit Brussel
Deadline: 30 november 2025

Meer weten? Bekijk de vacature via de link: jobs.vub.be/job/Elsene-D...
Doctoraatsbeurs in digitale gezondheidszorg en kwantitatieve methoden
Doctoraatsbeurs in digitale gezondheidszorg en kwantitatieve methoden
jobs.vub.be
November 12, 2025 at 1:04 PM
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Overheden gebruiken steeds vaker AI. Maar wat als de algoritmes zelf vooroordelen overnemen en mensenrechten onder druk komen te staan?

Analyse Ine Van Zeeland, van @imec-smit.bsky.social
Overheidsefficiëntie met een schaduwzijde
Overheden gebruiken steeds vaker AI. Maar wat als de algoritmes zelf vooroordelen overnemen en mensenrechten onder druk komen te staan?
www.sampol.be
November 11, 2025 at 7:00 AM
🚨Only 3 days until the Euromedia Ownership Monitor data launch in Brussels!

Register today to secure your spot. ⬇️
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The European Media Monitor comes to Brussels
Who controls the media landscape across Europe, and how is this shaping democracy? The Euromedia Ownership Monitor consortium invites researchers, policymakers, regulators, journalists, and civil
smit.research.vub.be
November 3, 2025 at 8:57 AM
📩 The October edition of our newsletter is here.

Dive into the policy brief on Small Film Markets’ Policy Toolkits, explore our latest publications, and catch up on must-attend upcoming events.

Read and subscribe via the link below👇
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Register now for the European Media Monitor event in Brussels | Policy brief: Small Film Markets’ Policy Toolkits and supporting competitiveness |
mailchi.mp
October 31, 2025 at 8:45 AM
On 6 November, The European Media Monitor comes to Brussels. The Monitor provides a database of the most relevant media outlets in Europe and their respective owners.

Register in time to secure your spot!
media-ownership.eu

More information ⤵️
smit.research.vub.be/en/launch-of...
Home - Euromedia Ownership Monitor
A monitor of media ownership in Europe Enhancing transparency in ownership and control of European news 2025 data coming soon! The monitor is undergoing a major data update and gaining powerful new fe...
media-ownership.eu
October 28, 2025 at 1:01 PM
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De ouders van de tiener Adam Raine klaagden OpenAI aan, omdat hun zoon overleed nadat hij zijn suïcidale gedachten deelde met ChatGPT.

Onze onderzoekers Rob Heyman en Jan De Bruyne werden vandaag geïnterviewd door De Morgen over deze tragische zaak.

@citip.bsky.social
@imec-smit.bsky.social
De ouders van de 16-jarige Amerikaan Adam Raine klagen OpenAI aan. Volgens hen hielp ChatGPT hun zoon bij het plannen van zijn zelfdoding. De zaak dwingt tot een ongemakkelijke vraag: wie draagt verantwoordelijkheid wanneer een machine lijkt te begrijpen hoe wij ons voelen?
Na dood van Adam (16) klagen ouders OpenAI aan: ‘Chatbot gaf suggesties om zijn plannen te verbergen’
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October 24, 2025 at 10:04 AM
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Postdoctoral researchers Irene Psychari and Callum Craig guiding participants through the @remedeu.bsky.social @fujomedia.bsky.social Citizen Lab on toxic news, held earlier this week in partnership with @imec-smit.bsky.social. Many thanks to all who took part so productively over two days!
October 23, 2025 at 1:32 PM
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We zijn op zoek naar een thematisch medewerker om ons team in Brussel te versterken.

Ben jij of ken jij iemand? Reageer tot en met zondag 30 november! data-en-maatschappij.ai/over-ons/vac...

@imec-smit.bsky.social
Vacatures - Kenniscentrum Data & Maatschappij
Momenteel hebben we een openstaande vacature voor thematisch medewerker bij het Kenniscentrum Data & Maatschappij. We zoeken iemand met sterke interesse in ethiek van de technologie, verantwoorde AI e...
data-en-maatschappij.ai
October 21, 2025 at 8:48 AM
Only 6 days left until the ACCEND info session!

As a 𝘀𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗲-𝘂𝗽 innovating in 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀, 𝗡𝗲𝘁 𝗭𝗲𝗿𝗼 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀, and 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀, you don't want to miss out on this opportunity to grow 🌆

More info accendhorizon.eu
October 15, 2025 at 9:37 AM
As a proud consortium partner, we invite you to join the final event of the CLIMAS project.

Join our researchers on November 5th in Brussels to explore the CLIMAS Toolbox that supports inclusive and effective climate assemblies.

Register via the link below ⬇️
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October 13, 2025 at 9:17 AM
Applications for ACCEND are open! This program supports scale-ups innovating in Smart Cities, Net Zero Cities & Regenerative Cities.

Selected scale-ups benefit from tailored support, cross-border access, and global growth pathways. 🌏 🌆

More information: www.accendhorizon.eu
September 30, 2025 at 8:04 AM
Our September newsletter is out! Read about our latest project activities, new research findings, and upcoming events: mailchi.mp/e5c60e440ea6...
Closing event Public Service Media in an Age of Platforms project / EU grant for the Doctoral Network project Revisioning Public Interest Media
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September 29, 2025 at 11:19 AM
⏳ Final countdown. Last chance to join our team as a research assistant.

Apply by 14 August or tag the person who needs to see this 👇

smit.research.vub.be/en/vacancies...
August 11, 2025 at 6:51 AM
In een gastbijdrage voor @kc-dama.bsky.social vertelt @imec-smit.bsky.social onderzoeker Anouk Verhellen over DataKlap®. Een methode waar zij aan werkte om complexe gegevensstromen in de zorg helder in kaart te brengen en dialoog te stimuleren tussen verschillende stakeholders in de zorg. 👇
July 31, 2025 at 9:30 AM
Summer is the perfect time to pause, recharge and reflect. Is it time for something new? Why wait until September to apply?

Check out our vacancies: smit.research.vub.be/en/open-appl...
July 29, 2025 at 8:40 AM
❕Vacancy Alert: Research Assistant❕

We are looking for a candidate to join us for a one-year full-time research position focused within the domain of services research.

🔗Follow the link for further details: smit.research.vub.be/en/vacancies...
Vacancy Research Assistant
We are hiring a Research Assistant (1 year) - understanding the challenges of service frontline. Service frontline refers to the individuals and teams who directly interact with customers or clients
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July 24, 2025 at 9:22 AM
Final Call: Research Stay Opportunities at imec-SMIT, Vrije Universiteit Brussel❕Apply until 30 June 2025

If you're looking to kick off an academic career in multidisciplinary research, this is your final chance to apply! 👇

smit.research.vub.be/en/vacancies...
Research Stay at SMIT
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June 26, 2025 at 7:56 AM
Before we take a summer break, don’t miss our last newsletter. This edition features a must-read policy brief on Flemish news use, a long list of publications and many upcoming events.

We're back in September with the next edition of our newsletter!

🔗 mailchi.mp/ebc9ea8aa90a...
Policy brief: 9 key trends in Flemish news use
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June 24, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Morgen is de laatste dag om je te kandideren voor de positie van onderwijsassistent (NL)!

In deze functie combineer je doctoraatsonderzoek naar digitale communicatie (influencers, online communities, digital branding...) met lesgeven rond digitale onderzoeksmethodes.

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Doctoraatsbeurs Digitale Communicatie & Digitale Methodes
Doctoraatsbeurs Digitale Communicatie & Digitale Methodes
jobs.vub.be
June 18, 2025 at 8:15 AM
Discover our May updates! A newsletter featuring a timely policy brief on gaming in digital youth work, highlights from our researchers’ contributions at Cannes, a video interview on how digital tools are reshaping cities, and a unique opportunity for soon-to-be or recent master’s graduates..
May 28, 2025 at 10:02 AM
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🎬 Out now at #MDF25: State of European Film – Vol. 2.

→ Financing tools like FIDA
→ AI + blockchain in context
→ Upskilling and audience shifts
→ Policy-ready frameworks that matter

Catch the launch today, or explore it via crescine.eu/2025

#MDF25 #Cannes25 #crescine #europeanfilm
May 19, 2025 at 7:20 AM
Our researchers are still seeking participants to test VR experiences:

🏭 20/05: You get trained to use a hydraulic press
🚑 21/05: You get distracted during a minor medical procedure
🖼️ 22/05: You experience how it was to escape from East-to-West Berlin

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#vr | imec-SMIT, Vrije Universiteit Brussel
Our researchers Iris Jennes, Louise Hallström and Elias Blanckaert are looking for participants to test virtual reality (#VR) experiences as part of the PRESENCE project! You can register for the fo...
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May 20, 2025 at 10:10 AM