ETCOP Institute for Interdisciplinary Research

International Working Groups

ETCOP International Working Groups connect researchers, educators, practitioners and institutional representatives across borders. Each group focuses on a specific thematic area and translates professional exchange into concrete activities, publications and research collaboration.

All Working Groups

Groups. Shared framework. Concrete results.

Each Working Group operates within the ETCOP framework for international collaboration and develops its own programme, activities and outputs.

Active Artificial Intelligence Gender & Diversity

Women Shaping Responsible AI

The Working Group connects women and committed allies from research, education, public institutions, civil society and professional practice. It strengthens women's participation, visibility and leadership in the responsible development, governance and use of artificial intelligence.

Participation & Leadership Bias, Fairness & Governance AI Literacy & Education Research & Visibility
Chair Birgit Oberer
Programme 2025 – 2028
Active Artificial Intelligence Engineering Education

Responsible AI in Engineering Education

Developed in cooperation with IGIP – the International Society for Engineering Pedagogy – this Working Group addresses the responsible integration of artificial intelligence in engineering education. It connects educators, researchers and practitioners to develop shared standards, resources and collaborative approaches.

Engineering Pedagogy Responsible AI Integration Curriculum Development In cooperation with IGIP
Chairs Cristo Leon Alp T. Erkollar Birgit Oberer
In Development Science & Research Gender & Diversity

Women in Science

The Working Group promotes the visibility, participation and leadership of women across scientific disciplines. It connects researchers and practitioners to address structural barriers, support career development and strengthen women's role in shaping the future of science and research.

Scientific Careers Structural Barriers Visibility & Recognition International Collaboration
Chairs Svitlana Tarasenko Birgit Oberer
Programme 2027 – 2030
Coming Soon Express Interest
In Development Research & Methodology

Transdisciplinarity

The Working Group explores transdisciplinary approaches to research, education and knowledge production. It connects experts across disciplines to develop shared frameworks, methodologies and collaborative outputs that address complex societal challenges beyond traditional disciplinary boundaries.

Research Methodology Knowledge Co-Production Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration Societal Impact
Chairs Yasmin Cowin Cristo Leon Birgit Oberer
Programme 2027 – 2030
Coming Soon Express Interest