Leadership for Sustainable Digital Transformation in Europe

Información del proyecto

DIGI PLUS

Identificador del acuerdo de subvención: 101081609

DOI

10.3030/101081609

Fecha de la firma de la CE 29 Septiembre 2022

Fecha de inicio 1 Enero 2024

Fecha de finalización 31 Diciembre 2028

Financiado con arreglo a

• Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA)

Coste total

Sin datos

Aportación de la UE

€ 1 910 400,00

Coordinado por

NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF IRELAND MAYNOOTH
Ireland

Periodic Reporting for period 1 - DIGI PLUS (Leadership for Sustainable Digital Transformation in Europe)

Período documentado: 2024-01-01 hasta 2025-12-31

Resumen del contexto y de los objetivos generales del proyecto

The DIGI+ programme operates at the intersection of the digital and green transitions, addressing the need for interdisciplinary research and skills to support Europe’s shift towards a sustainable, inclusive, and data-driven society. In line with EU priorities such as the European Green Deal and the Digital Strategy, the project responds to challenges related to ethical digitalisation, climate resilience, and socio-economic transformation.
DIGI+ trains a new generation of researchers capable of bridging technological innovation with societal needs, combining expertise in areas such as artificial intelligence, digital governance, sustainability, health technologies, and socio-economic modelling. The programme includes several research projects addressing ethical, governance, behavioural, and societal dimensions of digital transformation, thereby incorporating social sciences and humanities perspectives alongside technological development.
The pathway to impact combines research excellence through interdisciplinary approaches, capacity building via structured training and supervision, and knowledge transfer through intersectoral collaboration.
Through this approach, DIGI+ is expected to contribute to evidence-based policymaking, responsible innovation, and the development of sustainable digital solutions, with impacts at scientific, societal, and economic levels.

Trabajo realizado desde el comienzo del proyecto hasta el final del período abarcado por el informe y los principales resultados hasta la fecha

During the reporting period, DIGI+ established the foundations for implementation, focusing on recruitment, training, supervision, and the initiation of research activities. Two international calls were successfully executed, attracting a diverse pool of applicants and enabling the recruitment of fellows across multiple disciplines.
Key achievements include:
• Implementation of a structured training programme combining technical and transferable skills;
• Establishment of supervision frameworks supported by Personal Career Development Plans (PCDPs);
• Initiation of interdisciplinary research projects across AI, sustainability, governance, and socio-economic analysis;
• Development of intersectoral collaboration pathways, including preparation for secondments.
Scientifically, fellows have developed methodological foundations, datasets, and analytical frameworks, including multimodal data pipelines, AI-based models, econometric approaches, and digital system architectures. Early results include conceptual advances, pilot implementations, and strong academic engagement.

Avances que van más allá del estado de la técnica e impacto potencial esperado (incluida la repercusión socioeconómica y las implicaciones sociales más amplias del proyecto hasta la fecha)

DIGI+ contributes beyond the state of the art by combining advanced digital technologies with interdisciplinary and application-oriented approaches. Key advancements include:
• Development of AI and data-driven methodologies applied to healthcare, law, and human interaction;
• New approaches to environmental monitoring and sustainable resource management;
• Econometric and data-driven models supporting labour market and policy analysis;
• Innovations in digital governance and infrastructure, integrating ethical and regulatory considerations.
These results extend existing research by linking technical innovation with real-world applications and policy relevance. To ensure uptake and maximise impact, the project highlights the need for further validation and scaling of methodologies; strengthened intersectoral collaboration; support for open science and data sharing; and alignment with policy frameworks and market needs.