democracy
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Mending a ‘fractured reality’: How can the EU reclaim its information space?
In a world where technology development sets the pace of change, even our perception of reality undergoes a rapid transformation. Disinformation is a case point: the way this false or misleading content is created, spreads and looks like, has been changing quickly. Understanding this evolving dynamics... -
An expert's opinion: Interview with Mario Scharfbillig on disinformation and democracy
Mario Scharfbillig works at the Joint Research Centre (JRC) of the European Commission and co-authored the report Fractured Reality – how democracy can win the global struggle over the information space, published by the JRC. He notes: “My answers are based on the report and do not necessarily reflect... -
An expert's opinion: Interview with Prof. Stephan Lewandowsky on disinformation and democracy
Professor Stephan Lewandowsky is a cognitive scientist at the University of Bristol (UK). His research explores people's responses to mis- or disinformation and propaganda, why people reject well-established scientific facts, such as climate change or the effectiveness of vaccinations, and the potential... -
Civic AI: Reconnecting citizens with EU democracy
Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming the way societies communicate, organise information and participate in public debate. At the same time, many European citizens still feel disconnected from EU decision-making, often perceiving Brussels as distant, complex and difficult to access. Can digital... -
2026 ESMH Summer School kicked off
From 22 to 25 June 2026, the European Science-Media Hub (ESMH) of the European Parliament hosted its sixth Summer School for young science journalists and content creators in Brussels. The 2026 ESMH Summer School focused on science communication in the age of artificial intelligence (AI). It explored... -
AI and the future of journalism: Balancing innovation and responsibility
The advent of generative artificial intelligence (AI) is already transforming society across a wide range of sectors and journalism is no exception. The challenge is twofold: AI can both support and disrupt journalistic work, acting at once as a powerful tool and a potential competitor. At the same time,... -
Interview with Dr Maura Hiney on the future of research integrity in Europe
How can we keep our trust on science in a world where research integrity is increasingly challenged? Experts are discussing different paths to ensure the continued integrity of the scientific process. One of them, Dr. Maura Hiney is an Adjunct Professor at University College Dublin Institute for Discovery... -
Can digital tools revive European democracy? Interview with Bjørn Bedsted
Online discussion platforms, digital deliberation tools, and - more recently – tools using artificial intelligence are increasingly being explored as ways to involve citizens more directly in policymaking processes. But can technology truly improve democratic participation? And what risks come with handing...