Profilseminar Regionale Innovationssysteme und Innovationspolitik

Module number: 5209-351

Title: "Twin Transition: The transformation towards sustainability and digitalization"

Responsible person: Madeleine Buckisch

The emergence of new technologies such as communication technology, the internet of things, artificial intelligence and robotics has sparked a profound digital transformation, reshaping numerous industries. Simultaneously, the need for environmental action is increasingly emphasized in various contexts. For example, the European Union has committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, whilst setting ambitious plans for substantial progress in the realm of digital transformations. The alignment of both goals, digital and sustainable transformation across all sectors of the economy, is referred to as the twin transition. Navigating these two objectives presents a complex challenge, as the pursuit of both environmental sustainability and digital advancement can create synergies but also conflicts. This bachelor seminar delves into the analysis of these transformation dynamics through the lens of the innovation systems approach. Participating students write a seminar paper on current issues in the field of the twin transition. The seminar will be held in English.

21.10.2025 Kick- off 14:00-16:00, Room S 14

04.11.2025 How to research I 14:00-16:00, Room S 15

11.11.2025 How to research II 14:00-16:00, Room S 14

12.11.2025 – 13.01.2026 Possibility to book a feedback-meeting

13.01.2026 Final presentations 14:00-16:00, Room S14

If you are interested in participating in this seminar, please send an email to Madeleine Buckisch by the 17th of October 2025 with the subject ‘Bachelor Seminar 2025/2026 Regional Innovation Systems and Innovation Politics’ – [your name] – [your student number]’ covering the following information:

• Have you ever attended a lecture/course/seminar at our chair? If so, which one?

• What are your expectations concerning this seminar?

• Have you already participated in a seminar course? If so, how was the result?

You will receive further information on the meetings after you are registered. During the kick-off on October 21nd, 2025, you will get information about the procedures and topic allocation. Please note that the completion of our ILIAS E-learning course "Scientific Writing/ Wissenschaftliches Arbeiten (ab WS2022)" is a prerequisite to be able to join our seminars!