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We are a science magazine of Bern University of Applied Sciences and focus on digital transformation with the human being at the centre. We publish scientific articles and interviews about research projects, results and studies by our scientists, our partners and researchers from related organisations. We connect science and practice, whereby administration and politics are just as much a part of practice for us as the economy.

More than a chatbot – how AI can be used responsibly in companies

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ChatGPT, Midjourney & Co. have shown how much potential software with machine learning has. However, in order to shape this change responsibly,…
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Networking and loss of consistency (3) – the missing technologies

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Is progress really accelerating? Is AI the technology of the future that will replace all others? Will we humans be relegated to the spectator…
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How Gigwork enables self-determined careers in the digital age

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The 21st century labour landscape is undergoing radical change (De Vos & Van der Heijden, 2017). New careers have emerged that are less linear,…
Gender Pay Gap

Why the gender pay gap still exists – a podcast episode

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Swiss women still receive almost 14% less pay than their male colleagues for the same work. BFH expert Prof Dr Lucia Lanfranconi from the New…
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Why Consumers Feel Creeped Out by Smart Devices

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Smart home assistants are becoming increasingly popular. However, they are not only perceived by users as practical, but also as creepy. A study…
Future Is Here

How does data become powerful? Definition of ethical data market

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With the Posmo project, researchers at BFH are developing a trustworthy data space for mobility. Our Scientists are developing and automating…
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Approach ChatGPT like an Online Community and You are Good to Go

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When reading across mainstream media and scientific magazines, it's hard not to buy into a collective frenzy that says that generative AI systems…
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How the TecLab promotes young STEM talents

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Bats, solar systems, recyclable bridges or collaborative robots - the range of topics at the TecLab is broad. The aim behind the workshops and…
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How Bern masters the balancing act between participation and data security

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What opportunities does digitalisation offer Swiss authorities - and what needs to be considered? Jonathan Gimmel, Head of Digital City of Bern,…