Interdisciplinary Research Team on Internet and Society is based in Masaryk University, Brno, the Czech Republic. Our members carry out research related to the social, psychological, sociological and political implications of the use of information and communication technologies. We co-organize the annual international conference Cyberspace and publish Cyberpsychology: Journal of Psychosocial Research on Cyberspace.
impacts on psychological, social and physical well-being
excessive internet use • cyberbullying • cyberhate • harmful contents
parental mediation • online socializing • digital skills
ICT security • adoption of new technologies
SYRI
National Institute for Socio-Economic Research on the Impact of Diseases and Systemic Risks
The project focuses on researching current trends and needs in VaVaI in relation to the emergence of major systemic health risks, such as the covid-19 pandemic, and their associated social and economic impacts.
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ySKILLS
Understanding adolescents digital skills in European context.
ySKILLS examines risks and opportunities related to children’s and adolescents’ (aged 12 to 17) ICT uses and their digital skills to understand how to purposefully use ICTs towards greater cognitive, physical, psychological and social wellbeing.
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FUTURE
Investigating impacts of ICTs on adolescents' psychological, social, and physical well-being.
This project aims to develop a complex evidence-based theory depicting the impacts of technology usage on physical, psychological, and social well-being of adolescents aged 11 to 18.
We are developing innovative research methods based on the software using artificial intelligence.
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All research projects Our publications
Cyberpsychology is a peer-reviewed scientific journal established and managed by IRTIS members.
It focuses on publishing psychosocial research of information and communications technology.
WOS Impact Factor (2022)
SCImago Journal Rank (2022)
We are happy to invite you to Cyberspace 2023, an international conference, that focuses on law and social aspects of cyberspace.
Where: Brno, Czech Republic
When: 24-25 November
Call for papers is available HERE.
