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Technology Impact Summit (TIS)
The Technology Impact Summit is a joint initiative of the University of Graz, Graz University of Technology, JOANNEUM RESEARCH and FH JOANNEUM.
As a high-caliber think tank event, it offers a unique platform where current developments and trends are not only presented, but also critically discussed and reflected upon. The aim is to build bridges between science, technology and practical application.
Participation is by personal invitation only. Every year, the summit brings together around 400 international personalities and top decision-makers from politics, business, science and society. This network is complemented by committed students, young entrepreneurs and innovative start-ups. The participants form a community that stays in contact with the summit through further events and content-related impulses and also networks with each other.
The focus is on an intensive exchange about technological developments of the near future – with a clear focus on their concrete impact and benefits for society and the economy. Formats such as Oxford-style debates, lightning talks and the “Impact Gallery”, in which relevant use cases are vividly presented, provide concise and in-depth impetus.
Special features
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Why you shouldn’t miss the TIS!
Impact-related
At the conference, companies, administration and research will present how technological change can be successfully implemented through concrete measures.
By invitation only
A careful selection brings together decision-makers from politics, business, science and society as well as committed students, young entrepreneurs and innovative start-ups.
New, creative formats
We want to challenge and inspire participants through appropriate formats such as Oxford-style debates.
Sustainable networking
Participants receive exclusive access to the topic leaders and can gain valuable first-hand insights and knowledge.
Interdisciplinary approach
The Technology Impact Summit combines various disciplines such as technology, business, law and ethics.
Multi-perspective approach
All of this offers participants completely new insights into the technology-driven developments of our time.
INNOVATIVE formats
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In addition to inspiring presentations that offer an outlook on technological developments over the next 3 to 5 years and highlight the key effects on various areas, we also use a variety of formats. Our aim is not only to present technological advances, but also to offer a comprehensive analysis of their implementation and their impact on society and the economy.
Oxford-Style Debate
The Oxford-style debate is a special form of discourse characterized by clear structural guidelines, formal speaking times and clearly defined roles for all participants. This debating method promotes precise argumentation, critical thinking and the ability to deliver convincing speeches.
Lightning Talks
In order to make real impact visible, public authorities, companies and organizations present "use cases" and thus show how technological change can be successfully implemented through concrete measures.
Fuckup Night AI
Experts speak openly about their failures in the field of AI and digitalization. These can be both technical and organizational challenges.
Co-Creation (Content Create)
The event program is designed in a participatory manner, ensuring the active involvement of participants to ensure that the topics covered are up to date. Shortly before the summit, participants are given the opportunity to suggest their own topics or choose from the number of topics proposed. The final selection of topics is either made democratically by voting or is determined by the program committee.
Graphic Recording
During presentations, lectures and discussions, key messages, emotions and events
are recorded graphically. A visual log is created in real time, which can be used in a variety of ways during and after the event at
. This ensures that the key messages are remembered for a long time to come.
Initiators
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University of Graz
The University of Graz is the oldest university in Styria and the second oldest university in Austria. It was founded in 1585 and is now one of the largest universities in the country. The university offers a wide range of degree programs in various disciplines and is known for its research activities. With around 32,000 students and around 4,300
employees, the university is one of the largest employers in the region.
TU Graz (Graz University of Technology)
Graz University of Technology, TU Graz for short, is one of the leading technical and scientific educational institutions in Austria. It offers a wide range of bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs in the fields of engineering, natural sciences, architecture and technical sciences. TU Graz is internationally networked and conducts application-oriented research and development in cooperation with industry and science. It employs around 3,600 staff and the number of enrolled students is around 13,500.
JOANNEUM RESEARCH
JOANNEUM RESEARCH is a renowned research institution in Austria. Based in Graz and other locations, it offers applied research and development in areas such as information and communication technology, materials, environment and sustainability, health as well as business and innovation. The organization works closely with industry, government agencies and other research institutes to develop innovative solutions and promote technology transfer.
FH JOANNEUM
FH JOANNEUM is a renowned university of applied sciences in Austria with campuses in Graz, Kapfenberg and Bad Gleichenberg. It offers practice-oriented Bachelor's and Master's degree courses in areas such as health, business, technology, art and design. With a close link between research, teaching and practice, FH JOANNEUM attaches great importance to high-quality education and innovative research.
Our experts & thought leaders of past years
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