What are our areas of expertise?
Human Rights
Our outputs in the field of human rights have been mainly focused on improving the rights of arrival and integration of migrants in the EU. We are coordinating the project ITFLOWS and we have published several articles related to the laws of the sea applicable for rescuing migrants as well as the prevention of migrant trafficking and smuggling.
Data Protection
We are extremely interested in the latest developments that AI is bringing to our society. We have recent publications in the field of data protection, examining the impact of AI in predicting the arrival of migrants, the implications of online political microtargeting, and the consequences of interoperability of databases in the EU.
Security
We contribute significantly to security studies, examining diverse challenges within the EU and globally. The studies explore comprehensive security approaches, addressing border, cyber, and environmental topics. The researchers foster insights into international conflict, human security, and the role of global organizations.
International law
Global Intel group members engage in robust studies on International Law, contributing to the understanding of legal frameworks within the European Union (EU) and on a global scale. Research at this group cover diverse aspects, including EU law, international treaties, and human rights, reflecting a commitment to advancing legal knowledge and addressing contemporary challenges. Through its academic initiatives, the group plays a crucial role in shaping legal discourse and fostering a deeper comprehension of the complexities inherent in the international legal system.
Climate change & sustainability
We conduct forefront of research and studies in the realm of Climate Change and Sustainability, exploring the environmental challenges within the European Union (EU) and globally. By covering topics such as sustainable development, climate policy, and environmental law, the researchers are contributing to a deeper understanding of the complexities surrounding ecological sustainability. Through its academic endeavors, the group plays a pivotal role in advancing knowledge which addresses the urgent issues posed by climate change on both regional and global scales.
Recent news and activities
- Dr Anna Ayuso participates in the VII International Conference of Development Studies
At the VII International Conference of Development Studies, promoted by REEDES, the University Institute of Development and Cooperation and the Complutense Institute of International Studies, the round table entitled “Dialogue between Development Think Tanks in the Face of Transitions” organized by GATE Center took place.… Read more: Dr Anna Ayuso participates in the VII International Conference of Development Studies - Conference on EU Constitutional Identity Through an Explicit Social Contract
Within the framework of the Horizon Europe Project EXPRESS2, the faculty of law at the University of Belgrade and the Institute of European Studies (UAB) have organized a conference on September 27, 2024, titled ‘EU Constitutional Identity Through an Explicit Social Contract.’ Speakers from Serbia, Catalonia,… Read more: Conference on EU Constitutional Identity Through an Explicit Social Contract - SEMINAR: “Stereotypes, Hate Speech, and Violence Against Women in Media and Social Networks”
On September 25, 2024, a thought-provoking seminar was held at the Ateneu Barcelonès, titled “Stereotypes, Hate Speech, and Violence Against Women in Media and Social Networks.” This event brought attention to critical issues surrounding the portrayal of women in media and the widespread gender-based violence… Read more: SEMINAR: “Stereotypes, Hate Speech, and Violence Against Women in Media and Social Networks” - We are launching a Call for papers on AI at the QIEE Journal
Call for Papers – Special Issue: Artificial Intelligence in the European Union: Ethics, Impact and Governance in the Digital Age Topic Description: Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming diverse sectors in the European Union, from the economy and health to education and security. This special… Read more: We are launching a Call for papers on AI at the QIEE Journal - We are part of the new Jean Monnet Centre of Excellence EUGLOB
Two members of GLOBAL INTEL, Dr Lidia Ballesta and Dr Cristina Blasi, will be part of the Jean Monnet Centre of Excellence in European Global Policies (EUGLOB) team at the Autonomous University of Barcelona, which will start in the coming months. This project builds upon… Read more: We are part of the new Jean Monnet Centre of Excellence EUGLOB - ITFLOWS paper presented in the Data for Policy Conference
Yesterday 9 of July, the paper “Developing AI Predictive Migration Tools to Enhance Humanitarian Support: The Case of EUMigraTool“, authored by Dr Cristina Blasi and Georgios Stavropoulos, was presented at the Conference Data Policy 2024, Decoding the Future: Trustworthy Governance with AI?. Particularly, it was… Read more: ITFLOWS paper presented in the Data for Policy Conference
