Researchers at ERMeCHS are dedicated to carrying out interdisciplinary high-profile research projects in five strategic research areas: Globalization of Culture and Society, Mediatization and Digitalization, Innovation in Cultural and Creative Industries, Sustainability in Culture and Societies and Diversity and Inclusion.
Globalization of Culture and SocietyGlobalization has brought people and societies across the world closer together. At ERMeCHS we focus on gaining a deeper understanding of the historical and cultural aspects of globalization
Mediatization and DigitalizationIn our contemporary globalized society, the media holds a central position across numerous aspects of daily life. ERMeCHS seeks to extend knowledge on mediated communication and its cultural and historical dimensions.
Diversity and InclusionDiversity and inclusion are central themes in our research agenda, covering topics like citizenship, racism, migration, and economic inequality. We see a recognition of the importance of addressing and researching these issues.
Innovation in Cultural and Creative IndustriesERMeCHS is a prominent hub of knowledge in the study of cultural and creative industries. Our expertise encompasses art worlds, cultural heritage, media, creative industries, cultural economics, and entrepreneurship.
Sustainability in Culture and SocietiesERMeCHS aims to make a pivotal and distinct contribution to these discussions by incorporating a cultural and historical viewpoint into the discourse on sustainability and Sustainable Development Goals.