Historical Research, Digital Literacy and Algorithmic Criticism

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We invite scholars, researchers and professionals of all levels of experience from Switzerland and beyond to submit papers on the DigiHistCH24 conference theme: ‹Historical Research, Digital Literacy and Algorithmic Criticism›. We are particularly interested in papers that address ongoing research projects, innovative research methods, the use of software in historical research, data analysis, and digital tools.

The conference will take place in September 2024. We are looking forward to seeing you in Basel – please do not forget to register for attending DigiHistCH24! If you are already curious about what to expect, our Book of Abstracts is the perfect place to start.

This conference provides a platform for scholars, researchers and professionals of all ages and levels of experience to discuss these challenges, exchange experiences, share best practices, and discuss forward-looking approaches to historical research in the digital age. It aims to promote digital literacy, raise awareness of the use of algorithms and AI systems, develop strategies for dealing with digital sources, encourage shared formats and methodologies, and facilitate the exchange of knowledge and best practices for collaborative historical research. The conference will also showcase projects and research in the field of digital history.

Digital History Network Switzerland

While you're here, you might also want to check out the Digital History Network Switzerland! Its aim is to promote the visibility of digital history and to network people from academic and memory institutions as well as other actors in this field. We recommend joining the network's mailing list! See infoclio.ch for more information.



Organising Committee

Jérôme Baudry (Ecole polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne)
Lucas Burkart (Universität Basel)
Béatrice Joyeux-Prunel (Université de Genève)
Eliane Kurmann (infoclio.ch)
Moritz Mähr (Universität Basel, Stadt.Geschichte.Basel)
Enrico Natale (infoclio.ch, Verein Geschichte und Informatik)
Christiane Sibille (Verein Geschichte und Informatik, ETH Library)
Moritz Twente (Universität Basel, Stadt.Geschichte.Basel)

 

Contact

Digital History Switzerland 2024
Organising Committee
University of Basel
Department of History

Get in touch by contacting Moritz Twente via
digital-history-2024 [at] unibas.ch

Venue

Universität Basel (on-site)
Kollegienhaus
Petersplatz 1, 4051 Basel

Getting to Us

The conference will take place at Kollegienhaus (also referred to as Main Building) of the University of Basel. It is conveniently located in Basel's city center and easy to reach.

From Basel SBB (Swiss/French train station): Bus 30, direction "Badischer Bahnhof", to "Universität"
From Basel Badischer Bahnhof (German train station): Bus 30, direction "Bahnhof SBB" to "Universität"
From EuroAirport: Bus 50, direction Basel, change to Bus 30 at Basel SBB.

Sponsoring

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