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Lighthouse research initiative 4:

Interdisciplinarity in social sciences: A European way of life

This initiative champions collaboration across disciplines to solve complex problems. By combining insights from health, social justice, technology, and workforce development, it helps build a more inclusive and sustainable Europe.
By bringing together diverse fields and perspectives, this initiative supports progress in areas critical to Europe’s future, such as green innovation, health, and social equity.

Workforce development and education

Preparing people for the future through skills training and lifelong learning.

Technology and future skills

Understanding how technology changes work and education, and ensuring people have the skills to keep up.

Social and ethical dimensions

Exploring how innovation affects society and promoting the responsible use of technology.

Other Lighthouse research initiatives

Joint dual masters

Mobility programmes

Green business and management

Sustainable and digital industry

Health and welfare

Interdisciplinary social sciences

3 grand challenges

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