POSTDIGITAL+ Introduction (12 January, 2026) ULB, Brussels

POSTDIGITAL+ Introduction Event

Date: 12 January 2026

Location: Université libre de Bruxelles (ULB), Brussels

The POSTDIGITAL+ Introduction Event, held on 12 January 2026 at the Université libre de Bruxelles, marked the official start of the POSTDIGITAL+ doctoral programme. For the first time, all doctoral candidates and members of the international consortium came together in person, following months of online collaboration.

The event served as a key milestone for the project, providing an overview of the vision, structure, and research ambitions of POSTDIGITAL+. Beyond formal presentations, it created an important space for connection, dialogue, and the development of a shared project identity across institutions and disciplines.

A central highlight of the programme was a guest presentation by Mirko Goldmann, alumnus of the predecessor project POST-DIGITAL and currently working at Akhetonics. Drawing on his experience as a former MSCA fellow, he shared valuable insights into the doctoral journey — including challenges, lessons learned, and practical advice. His…