Media Communication
Digital communication, media literacy and educational multimedia.
About CIAC-PLDIS
Digital innovation with social purpose.
An interdisciplinary research hub connecting communication, computing, inclusion, literacy and vocational training to address real societal challenges.
Our DNA
Four areas. One integrated vision.
CIAC-PLDIS works at the intersection of technology, communication, education and social transformation.
Computer Science
AI, digital systems and computational solutions with social value.
Social Inclusion
Accessibility, participation, citizenship and socially responsible innovation.
Literacy & Vocational Training
Digital skills, employability and lifelong learning.
Guiding principles
Research aligned with real-world challenges.
Alignment with national and regional research and innovation strategies.
Promotion of digital transition and socially responsible innovation.
Response to inclusion, diversity and employability challenges.
Stronger links between higher education, industry, VET ecosystems and society.
Doctoral vision
Empowering people and communities for an inclusive digital future.
The doctoral vision connects digital media, computational technologies, education and vocational training with full, ethical and informed participation in digital society.
Human-centred AIOpen ScienceInterdisciplinaritySocial Impact
Ambition
To become an international reference at the convergence of technology and inclusion.
- Create new digital and AI-enabled solutions for social and economic inclusion.
- Strengthen education, employability and citizenship through technology.
- Promote a culture of collaboration, competence and resilience.
Integrated impact
From strategy to transformation.
Impact is built through applied research, active participation, international collaboration and knowledge transfer.
Regional strategies
Alignment with social innovation, citizenship, digital transition and skills priorities.
Active participation
Students engaged in research, innovation and social-impact projects.
Societal challenges
Research on digital literacy, inclusive communication and labour-market integration.
International collaboration
Knowledge exchange with international research centres and partners.
Replicable models
Holistic solutions combining media, technology, literacy and training.
International dimension
Knowledge without borders.
CIAC-PLDIS strengthens its international reach through R&D centres, academic networks, partnerships with universities, industry and organisations, and the active participation of students and researchers in international projects.
4international R&D centres in collaboration
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Join a research community focused on impact.
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