University Research Centre: Digital Transformation
The University Research Centre (URC) Digital Transformation aims to network and coordinate human science research within its areas of specialisation at the University of Lucerne.
In addition to developing and supporting research initiatives, the URC seeks to enhance collaboration with other universities and research institutions in Switzerland and abroad.
The URC Digital Transformation, currently in its establishment phase, will encompass the institutes, centres and professorships active in its focus area. The externally based “Zug Institute for Blockchain Research at the University of Lucerne” is affiliated with the URC.
Zug Institute for Blockchain Research at the University of Lucerne
The Zug Institute for Blockchain Research at the University of Lucerne, currently in the process of being established, will explore blockchain technology from a human sciences perspective. Researchers will analyse the legal, political, economic and social consequences of blockchain technology. Although externally funded, the institute will be led by a professor from the University of Lucerne.
Professors Bernhard Rütsche and Alexander H. Trechsel are currently serving as interim heads of the URC Digital Transformation. The formal establishment of the management team, including faculty representatives, is scheduled for the end of the year.
The institute is overseen by an association whose board includes Professor Alexander H. Trechsel as the University’s representative. The association's board is chaired by Zug Cantonal Councillor Heinz Tännler. Professor Alexander H. Trechsel manages the institute in collaboration with Professor Bernhard Rütsche. Appointments are currently underway for seven of the institute’s planned nine professorships.
Additional information
Grünes Licht für gemeinsames Blockchain-Institut (News article from 8 May 2024 (German))
Cantonal Council resolution on the Canton of Zug’s contribution to the development of the “Blockchain Zug - Joint Research Initiative” - Report and proposal of the Government Council of 6 June 2023
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