The ITA deals with the impacts of novel technologies on society, the environment, health, politics and the economy. The results of this work are both disseminated in scientific publications and prepared specifically for politics, administration and the public.
Tasks
The ITA carries out scientific technology assessment (TA) on a variety of issues.
- With our research, we seek to better understand the societal relevance of technology and to develop TA methodology further
- We develop options and recommendations for decision-makers in politics, the public sector and the general public
Current Research Focuses
The scientific work of the ITA is carried out within the framework of our Medium-Term Research Programme, which is updated each year. Currently the ITA has the following research focuses:
Intense discussions are a part of interdisciplinary research – such as during our weekly jour fixe
