Digital tech is now a central part of modern society. From social media to online shopping, advancements in technology are shaping the way we live our lives. At the same time, society is shaping the evolution of digital technology, with decisions around development often being based on commercial need or market demand. 

Thinking about how the decisions and developments taking place now might impact upon our future is critical in ensuring technology is truly beneficial for society.

Join us on 16 November when academics from the University of Bristol’s Centre for Sociodigital Futures and partners from a range of sectors will be discussing a range of current topics and demonstrating emerging swarm robotics technology.

Themes and speakers will include:

• Community tech ownership and control (Matt Dowse, University of Bristol and Anna Dent, Promising Trouble)
• Environmental aspects of digital technologies (Chris Preist, University of Bristol and Phil Tovey, Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, Defra)
• Swarm robotics and movement of goods (Sabine Hauert and Sanja Milivojevic, University of Bristol) 

This event has been made possible through funding from ESRC's Festival of Social Science. The support of the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) is gratefully acknowledged by the University of Bristol’s Centre for Sociodigital Futures.

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