Dr George Garibaldi, psychiatrist and researcher, presents a historical study of medical knowledge from ancient Egypt to modern practice. Drawing on comparative research, he examines surgical techniques, pharmacology, diagnostic methods and the cultural frameworks that shaped early healing traditions. The lecture explores how Egyptian innovations influenced later medical systems and reveals continuities and transformations in clinical thought across centuries.
In French.
David Bardos presents a case study on transforming the Black Mirror universe into a physical and immersive experience. The talk examines how the original intellectual property was adapted and how physical sets, free-roaming VR and interactive storytelling were combined into a single audience journey. It highlights the creative and technical choices behind location-based entertainment and the challenge of maintaining coherence across multiple media.
In English.
Organized by the W4W association, this bilingual symposium examines ethical perspectives on water through the lens of Albert Schweitzer’s concept of ‘reverence for life’. Researchers in ethics and theology join scientists and health professionals to investigate moral responsibilities, policy implications, and interdisciplinary approaches to water stewardship. Sessions explore conceptual frameworks, practical applications in healthcare and environmental management, and pathways for integrating ethical reflection into public and professional practice.
Arnaud Miranda, born in 1997, holds a Ph.D. in political theory and is affiliated with the Center for Political Research at Sciences Po. Winner of the Fondation des Treilles Young Researcher Award in 2024 and author of Les Lumières sombres (Gallimard, winner of the 2026 Revue des Deux Mondes Prize), he examines American neo-reactionary thought. The lecture investigates how this movement, bolstered by technology and conservative networks, threatens democratic norms, exploring masculinism, biologism and the rise of a radical counterculture. Moderated by Serge Michel.
In French.
Director Romed Wyder and Ulrich Fischer of Memoways present a case study on where AI extends cinematic storytelling. Their discussion examines how audiences can continue engaging with Where Is Ava? after the screening by conversing with the film’s characters through artificial intelligence. The session reveals new narrative possibilities, while also raising questions about authorship, immersion, and the evolving relationship between cinema and interactive technology.
Does Switzerland have a distinctive way of thinking about politics? This lecture examines whether concepts such as democracy, federalism, neutrality, the people and freedom have followed singular trajectories in the Swiss context. Marking the creation of the Swiss Conceptual History Cluster at the University of Geneva, it investigates a fundamental question: is there a specifically Swiss history of political concepts? The discussion brings together history, languages and ideas to open a fresh perspective on political thought.
In French.
Thomas Dexmier and Eric J. Krueger join this panel on the next generation of immersive technologies, bringing perspectives from leading manufacturers and product development. Their discussion examines lighter headsets, augmented-reality glasses, spatial computing, and gesture- and voice-based interfaces.
The session explores how these tools could reshape creative workflows and audience experiences, while also revealing the practical challenges of adoption, design, and interoperability. It offers a clear view of how extended realities are evolving beyond novelty into infrastructure for future audiovisual and cultural practice.
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