Digital Law Research Colloquium

Program

Program Digital Law Research Colloquium 2023

Faculty

• Prof. Christopher Bavitz, Clinical Professor of Law, Harvard Law School and Managing Director of Cyberlaw Clinic, Berkman Klein Center for Internet & Society
• Prof. Yaniv Benhamou, School of Law, University of Geneva
• Prof. Sergio Branco, Director at ITS Rio
• Prof. Irène Calboli, School of Law, University of Geneva and School of Law, Texas A&M
• Prof. Jacques de Werra, School of Law, University of Geneva
• Prof. Haijun Jin, School of Law, Renmin University of China

• Prof. Florian Martin-Bariteau, School of Law, Director of the Centre for Law, Technology and Society, University of Ottawa

• Prof. Leah Plunkett, Inaugural Assistant Dean for Learning Experience & Technology and Meyer Research Lecturer on Law at Harvard Law School

• Prof. Alain Strowel, Catholic University of Louvain, CRIDES Center for Economic Law and Society and University Saint-Louis

Testimonials

Eren Sözüer (Istanbul University, Faculty of Law)

"Participating in the Digital Law Research Colloquium 2023 has been a highlight of my PhD journey. The feedback I received from distinguished professors and colleagues has tremendously helped me to frame the scope of my thesis and to answer some pressing research questions. I also greatly enjoyed the opportunity to have in-depth conversations and to make connections with participants. I sincerely thank the organizers for making this possible. I would highly recommend attending the Digital Law Research Colloquium to all digital law scholars". 

Presentation of Eren Sözüer

Maja Nisevic (KU Leuven, CiTiP, Faculty of Law)

"Participating in the Digital Law Research Colloquium was an incredible experience for me. It was not just a unique opportunity to present my ongoing research proposal and receive constructive feedback from some of the most respected professors in the field, such as Professor Christopher Bavitz and Professor Haijun Jin. It was also an opportunity to learn a lot from the other digital law scholars in attendance and, most importantly, to engage in insightful discussions with them afterwards. Above all, this event brought into my life a new network of colleagues with whom I hope to have fruitful collaborations in the future. Therefore, I am incredibly grateful to the Digital Law Center and the University of Geneva for organizing such a valuable academic event. I will definitely recommend this event to my colleagues to consider applying next year".

Salih Tayfun İnce (Philipps-Universität Marburg, Faculty of Law)

"Attending Geneva Digital Law Research Colloquium was a great opportunity to present my research and get feedback from prominent senior colleagues and peers. The organization was well-structured. The discussions were very constructive and fruitful. I sincerely thank Prof. Alain Strowel and Prof. Florian Martin-Bariteau for their insightful comments and Prof. Jacques de Werra for organizing such an excellent colloquium. I strongly recommend young academics to attend this colloquium in the coming years and benefit from this wonderful and unique academic atmosphere."

Presentation of Salih Tayfun İnce

Ludovica Paseri (University of Turin, Faculty of Law)

"I attended the Digital Law Research Colloquium in 2023: it was a wonderful event! First of all, it was very well organised, in the beautiful residence of the Fondation Hardt. But the best part was the authentic exchange that characterised the Colloquium: the professors were very committed and truly interested in the young scholars' presentations, but at the same time there was a great freedom for students to intervene by bringing their fresh perspectives. All points of view were taken into account and the insightful debate that emerged was indeed exceptionally fruitful in advancing my research. A great experience!"

Presentation of Ludovica Paseri

Jean De Meyere (Université Catholique de Louvain, CRIDES, Faculty of Law)

"I am delighted to have been able to participate in the Geneva Digital Law Research Colloquium. The audience, consisting of both experts in their fields and students from the Geneva Summer Law School allowed me to receive various and insightful comments on my research. The informal and intimate setting of the event made it possible to interact with all participants in a constructive manner. The beautiful location that is the Hardt Fondation was the icing on the cake, making this event truly perfect!  I am really thankful to the University of Geneva for receiving the opportunity to participate in such a wonderful event."

Presentation of Jean De Meyere

Program

Program Digital Law Research Colloquium 2022

Faculty

• Prof. Christopher Bavitz, Clinical Professor of Law, Harvard Law School and Managing Director of Cyberlaw Clinic, Berkman Klein Center for Internet & Society
• Prof. Yaniv Benhamou, School of Law, University of Geneva
• Prof. Alexandra Bensamoun, University of Paris Sarclay, Centre d'Etudes et de Recherche en Droit de l'Immatériel (CERDI)
• Prof. Sergio Branco, Director at ITS Rio
• Prof. Irène Calboli, School of Law, University of Geneva and School of Law, Texas A&M
• Prof. Jacques de Werra, School of Law, University of Geneva
• Prof. Haijun Jin, School of Law, Renmin University of China
• Prof. Alain Strowel, Catholic University of Louvain, CRIDES Center for Economic Law and Society and University Saint-Louis

Testimonials

Anjuli von Huelst, Philipps Universität, Marburg

"I attended the Digital Law Research Colloquium as a doctoral candidate in the final stages of my research and was still able to take away a lot. Besides being presented with and discussing various exciting and highly relevant research projects broadening my own horizons and providing a lot of input, I was also able to have in-depth discussions on my own research at a very high professional level—shedding light on related areas and new questions that I hadn't thought of before and thus giving me a lot to think about. Thanks for making this possible!"

Zeynep Ülkü Kahveci, Istanbul University, Istanbul

“Taking part in the Digital Law Research Colloquium is a unique opportunity for digital law scholars. I had the chance to present an ongoing project and receive constructive feedback from Professor Jacques de Werra, Professor Christopher Bavitz and Professor Haijun Jin. I also had the opportunity to listen to projects of other digital law scholars and digested their material with the ability to engage in discussion with them afterwards. I would like to thank the Digital Law Center and University of Geneva for organizing such an invaluable academic event.”

Presentation of Zeynep Ülkü Kahveci

Rezvan Kaseb, Universität Zürich, Zurich

"I attended the Online Digital Law Summer School 2020 which was extremely insightful, and I was so impressed with the depth and comprehensiveness of the subjects discussed. Attending the Research Colloquium this year and presenting my research to experts and fellows from around the world was a unique opportunity that, specially at this stage of my doctoral studies, provided me with invaluable feedback and comments from two distinguished experts in the very field of digital law. I would like to sincerely thank the organizers for this opportunity."

Presentation of Rezvan Kaseb

Program

Program Digital Law Research Colloquium 2021

Faculty

• Prof. Christopher Bavitz, Clinical Professor of Law, Harvard Law School and Managing Director of Cyberlaw Clinic, Berkman Klein Center for Internet & Society
• Prof. Yaniv Benhamou, School of Law, University of Geneva
• Prof. Sergio Branco, Director at ITS Rio
• Prof. Irène Calboli, School of Law, University of Geneva and School of Law, Texas A&M
• Prof. Jacques de Werra, School of Law, University of Geneva
• Prof. Urs Gasser, Executive Director, Berkman Klein Center for Internet and Society
• Prof. Haijun Jin, School of Law, Renmin University of China
• Prof. Alain Strowel, Catholic University of Louvain, CRIDES Center for Economic Law and Society and University Saint-Louis

• Prof. Florent Thouvenin, School of Law, University of Zurich

Program

Program Digital Law Research Colloquium 2020

Faculty

• Prof. Christopher Bavitz, Clinical Professor of Law, Harvard Law School and Managing Director of Cyberlaw Clinic, Berkman Klein Center for Internet & Society
• Prof. Yaniv Benhamou, School of Law, University of Geneva
• Prof. Sergio Branco, Director at ITS Rio
• Prof. Irène Calboli, School of Law, University of Geneva and School of Law, Texas A&M
• Prof. Jacques de Werra, School of Law, University of Geneva
• Prof. Urs Gasser, Executive Director, Berkman Klein Center for Internet and Society
• Prof. Haijun Jin, School of Law, Renmin University of China
• Prof. Alain Strowel, Catholic University of Louvain, CRIDES Center for Economic Law and Society and University Saint-Louis

• Prof. Florent Thouvenin, School of Law, University of Zurich

Testimonials

James Michael Heller, University of New York in Prague

" Thank you for welcoming my participation in the Digital Law Research Colloquium 2020.  The organisation of this event was able to ensure a seamless conference of digital law experts participating from all over the world.  I was particularly impressed with the diversity of participants and viewpoints. The feedback provided and questions asked by Professors Gasser, Branco and de Werra were thought-provoking and will serve to improve my ongoing research.  Just as meaningful to me were questions from participants in the Digital Law Summer School.  Whilst at an earlier stage of their careers, I have no doubt that many of the graduates from that program will help shape the future of the field of digital law. "

Presentation of James Michael Heller

Aurelija Serniute, Vilnius University 

" I did not hesitate for a second before applying to the Geneva Digital Law Research Colloquium and I must say that this event even exceeded my expectations. From the very beginning organisers offered warm and smooth communication, the same atmosphere was felt during the online Colloquium - it almost made me forget about the distance between attendees. A global gathering of creative minds was full of active, engaging, intellectually rich discussions. Thought-provoking comments by the leading experts in the field of Digital Law broadened my view on the presented topic and helped me develop a clearer vision of my further research path. Thank you very much for everything! "

Presentation of Aurelija Serniute

Carlos Muñoz Ferrandis, Max Planck Institute

" This event has been a great opportunity for me in several aspects. First of all, I had the chance to present my research to some of the best experts in the world. Second, I received interesting insights from my commentators and several questions from such an engaged audience, the latter made me feel close to the 'online' public! Finally, as an early-stage researcher and 'wanna-be' academic, I am grateful to see institutions such as the Digital Law Center and University of Geneva taking these initiatives, aiming at supporting and trusting young researchers all over the world. What an incredible way to promote and foster research in the field of Digital Law! "

Presentation of Carlos Muñoz Ferrandis

Arletta Gorecka, University of Strathclyde

" I am beyond the words to express my thankfulness for the invitation to the Digital Law Colloquium organised by the University of Geneva. It was a real honour for me to present at the Colloquium, sharing my the insight of my research on the goals of competition law in the privacy concerns to legal experts and students. Thank you very much for this insightful feedback which would allow to further shape and support my research processes. I highly recommend this event as an unforgettable experience where one might present their unique research ideas. "

Presentation of Arletta Gorecka

Hélène Bruderer, University of Geneva 

Presentation of Hélène Bruderer

Riccardo Vecellio Segate, University of Macau 

Presentation of Riccardo Vecellio Segate

Program

Program Internet Law Research Colloquium 2019

Faculty

• Prof. Christopher Bavitz, Clinical Professor of Law, Harvard Law School and Managing Director of Cyberlaw Clinic, Berkman Klein Center for Internet & Society
• Prof. Yaniv Benhamou, Lecturer University of Geneva, Attorney at law, Lenz & Staehelin
• Prof. Sergio Branco, Director at ITS Rio
• Prof. Irène Calboli, School of Law, University of Geneva and School of Law, Texas A&M
• Prof. Jacques de Werra, School of Law, University of Geneva
• Prof. Urs Gasser, Professor of Practice, Harvard Law School and Executive Director of the Berkman Klein Center for Internet & Society
• Prof. Haijun Jin, School of Law, Renmin University of China
• Prof. Jovan Kurbalija, Founding Director of DiploFoundation, Head of the Geneva Internet Platform, Executive Director, Secretariat of the UN High-level Panel on Digital Cooperation
• Prof. Alain Strowel, Catholic University of Louvain, CRIDES Center for Economic Law and Society and University Saint-Louis

Testimonials

Jianing Sang, University of Fribourg 

" First, I would like to express my heart-felt thanks to the University of Geneva, for allowing those who have interests into further study regarding Internet law to discuss hot issues and new challenges we are facing in the law area due to the involvement of Internet. Besides, it was also a great honour for me to have the presentation, sharing my recent research concerning online consumer protection with experts and students from Geneva Internet Law Summer School, I did receive insightful and actionable advices which could therefore support me for my further study in this area. Finally, many thanks to the Hardt Fondation, I did enjoy myself during the colloquium for its natural and peaceful circumstances. Highly recommended for those who have interests in this specific area and are ready to give creative ideas thereof, it would be a non-forgettable experience of your academic life! "

Presentation of Jianing Sang

Mohamed Rashid Al Balushi, Ministry of Justice and Legal Affairs, Sultanate of Oman 

" Delighted to have been given the opportunity to present and discuss my paper with highly skilled experts, commentators, and students. The coffee discussions and challenging questions that followed were both thought-provoking and valuable, which certainly reflected the interest and willingness of the participants to learn more about the multiple topics and matters raised. Finally, the Foundation Hardt's Estate offered a wonderful setting that is inspirational in its own sense. "

Presentation of Mohamed Rashid Al Balushi

Gadi Perl, The Hebrew University of Jerusalem

" I am happy for the opportunity have participated in the Internet Law Research Colloquium. Having so many like-minded scholars, interested researchers in the intersection of law and technology – is a rare occasion. The organization behind the scenes was perfect. I sat riveted during presentations on novel and interesting topics. The experience of presenting my own research, hearing feedback both from established professors and new and upcoming scholars, enriched my paper and helped make it better. "

Presentation of Gadi Perl

Program

Program Internet Law Research Colloquium 2018

Faculty

• Prof. Chris Bavitz, Managing Director of the Cyberlaw Clinic, Clinical Professor at Harvard Law School, Director at the Berkman Center for Internet & Society
• Prof. Yaniv Benhamou, Lecturer University of Geneva, Attorney at law, Lenz & Staehelin
• Prof. Christian Bovet, Law School, University of Geneva
• Prof. Sergio Branco, Director of ITS Rio
• Prof. Irène Calboli, Professor at Texas A&M University School of Law
• Prof. Jacques de Werra, Professor at Law School, University of Geneva
• Prof. Haijun Jin, Law School, Renmin University of China
• Dr. Jovan Kurbalija, Founding director of DiploFoundation and Head of the Geneva Internet Platform
• Prof. Alain Strowel, Professor at Catholic University of Louvain, CRIDES Center for Economic Law and Society, and at University Saint-Louis, Brussels
• Prof. Florent Thouvenin, Professor at Center for Information Technology, Society, and Law (ITSL) at University of Zurich

Testimonials

Miriam Cherry, Saint Louis University 

"The conference was an engaging intellectual experience, covering many areas of emerging technologies and their intersection with the legal system. The students who attended were bright and asked good questions, and experienced researchers provided feedback.  The conference was well-organized and it was held in beautiful surroundings."

Alina Trapova, University of Bocconi

"The Internet Law Colloquium proved to be an event on a very high level. However, at the same time it was extremely inclusive and provided an international setting. The format of the presentations was particularly good as it prompted the presenters to think deeper and focus on specific issues, which is often problematic when popular and expansive topics such as AI are discussed. The insightful feedback I received guided my research techniques and helped me narrow down my ideas."

Presentation of Alina Trapova

Stephan Kolossa, Central European University

"The research colloquium was a great addition to the Geneva Internet Law summer program and a wonderful opportunity to discuss my ongoing research together with international leading experts in a small and unique setting. Our truly global and divers group composed of students, academics as well as practitioners allowed us to engage in a thought-provoking debate and to get valuable insights on pressing legal issues from various angles. My research definitely benefits from this experience. Plus, I cannot imagine a better place for the colloquium than the Fondation Hardt."

Aurelia Tamo-Larrieux, Damian George, Kento Reutimann, University of Zurich

"We were delighted to present our research at the Internet Law Research Colloquium 2018! The event was held in the stunning Foundation Hardt Location which was the perfect setting for inspiring conversations on various topics related to information and communication law. We presented our newest (and work in progress) research project and received many insightful comments from the moderators and students. We thank the moderators for their in-depth analysis of our contribution and the students in charge of commenting our paper as well as asking us tough questions that sparked interesting debates. Many thanks!"

Presentation of Aurelia Tamo-Larrieux, Damian George, Kento Reutimann

Program

Program Internet Law Research Colloquium 2017

Faculty

• Prof. Chris Bavitz, Managing Director of the Cyberlaw Clinic, Clinical Professor at Harvard Law School, Director at the Berkman Center for Internet & Society
• Prof. Christian Bovet, Law School, University of Geneva
• Prof. Jacques de Werra, Law School, University of Geneva
• Prof. Urs Gasser, Executive Director of the Berkman Center for Internet & Society, Professor of Practice at Harvard Law School
• Malavika Jayaram, Executive Director of the Digital Asia Hub
• Dr. Jovan Kurbalija, Founding director of DiploFoundation and Head of the Geneva Internet Platform
• Prof. Alain Strowel, Professor at Catholic University of Louvain, CRIDES Center for Economic Law and Society, and at University Saint-Louis, Brussels
• Dr. Mario Viola, Project Coordinator at the Institute for Technology & Society of Rio de Janeiro (ITS Rio)

Testimonials

Enguerrand Marique, CRIDES, UCLouvain

“I really enjoyed participating in the Geneva Internet Law Research Colloquium. Firstly, the Research Colloquium was a valuable opportunity to meet with several experts in the Law & Technology methodology. I therefore learned a lot from current cutting-edge researchers in my field. Besides. I also received relevant comments on my research on « Trust and its legal frontiers in a world of digital platforms » from experienced scholars. The environment allows the students attending this Research Colloquium to get involved and to share their diverse and international insights with the speakers and experts and therefore enrich the other participants’ knowledge. Finally, the organisation of this event is carefully planned. In a nutshell, I would highly recommend anyone interested in legal developments of computer technologies to attend the Geneva Internet L@w Research Colloquium.” 

Presentation of Enguerrand Marique

Magdalena Jozwiak, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

“I was delighted with the opportunity to present and discuss my research at the Internet Law Research Colloquium organized by the University of Geneva. The organizers allocate each presenter enough time for thorough analysis of the research question and invite the leading scholars in the field of internet law to comment on each paper. I was very grateful for the insightful feedback I received and also enjoyed the truly international setting of the Colloquium. It was one very memorable day of academic discussion, meeting interesting scholars and enjoying the beautiful surroundings of the Fondation Hardt.”

Presentation of Magdalena Jozwiak

Guido Noto La Diega, Northumbria University & Rossana Ducato, CRIDES, UCLouvain

“The Colloquium was a great experience! It was a perfect chance to present the main lines of research of our project and we received very interesting feedback and comments from the participants. The atmosphere of dialogue and discussion among the Internet law scholars, the other speakers, and the students has been really nice and constructive. Furthermore, we have really appreciated the impeccable organisation and the stunning location of the Fondation Hardt.”

Presentation of Guido Noto La Diega & Rossana Ducato

Ben Sobel, Berkman Klein Center for Internet & Society, Harvard University

“The 2017 Geneva Internet L@w Colloquium was an excellent opportunity to present my ongoing research on artificial intelligence and copyright law. My project will benefit greatly from the thoughtful feedback I received from discussants and attendees, and the Foundation Hardt made for a scenic and collegial setting. I encourage internet law scholars with works-in-progress to apply!”

Presentation of Ben Sobel

Ivory Mills, Northwestern University

“The research colloquium at the Geneva Internet Law summer program was a great opportunity to discuss work in progress and receive valuable feedback from dedicated and thoughtful scholars and practitioners in the field. The discussions were lively and thought-provoking and all of the participants were very engaging!”

Presentation of Ivory Mills

Program

Program Internet Law Research Colloquium 2016

Faculty

• Prof. Chris Bavitz, Managing Director of the Cyberlaw Clinic, Clinical Professor at Harvard Law School, Director at the Berkman Center for Internet & Society
• Prof. Christian Bovet, Law School, University of Geneva
• Prof. Sergio Branco, Director of ITSRio
• Prof. Jacques de Werra, Law School, University of Geneva
• Prof. Urs Gasser, Executive Director of the Berkman Center for Internet & Society, Professor of Practice at Harvard Law School
• Malavika Jayaram, Executive Director of the Digital Asia Hub
• Dr. Jovan Kurbalija, Founding director of DiploFoundation and Head of the Geneva Internet Platform
• Prof. Alain Strowel, Professor at Catholic University of Louvain, CRIDES Center for Economic Law and Society, and at University Saint-Louis, Brussels

Testimonials

Jill Bronfman, University of California, Hastings College of the Law

"The University of Geneva’s Summer Research Colloquium was an important step in the academic cycle of our paper, “Saving Face: The Screen of Chinese Privacy Law Unfolds.” We received valuable feedback from commentators on our initial draft and will be able to present a polished paper to the Asian Privacy Scholars’ Network in Auckland, New Zealand in December 2016. In addition, the summer in Geneva is filled with opportunities to swim in the lake, visit unique museums, and stroll the cobblestones of the old town with colleagues old and new."

Presentation of Jill Bronfman

Gianluigi Fioriglio, Sapienza, Università di Roma

"The research colloquium is a very challenging and worthy experience. It gave me the possibility to discuss my research topic both with highly skilled commentators and experts. I am very happy and honoured to have taken part into it. "

Presentation of Gianluigi Fiorglio