Research & Projects
SHAPE (DIZH-funded project) –
Shelter spaces as social and digital infrastructure for learning and working in times of crisis
The SHAPE reimagines adaptive collaboration spaces for living, working, and learning in response to military conflict and its long-term impact on organizations and communities. These spaces are defined by the integration of physical shelters (such as bunkers), digital technologies – including AI-enabled communication and decision-support tools – and a human-centric approach that promotes psychological safety, inclusion, and coordinated action under stress.
Image generated using Midjourney. Prompting by Dr. Magdalena Zabicka-Wlodarczyk
Climate Adaptation & Resilience – strategies for organizational sustainability, cross-cultural study
As climate risks intensify across Europe, companies face increasing pressure to develop adaptive strategies that ensure operational continuity. This chapter examines climate risk perception and adaptation approaches among companies in Poland and Switzerland through comparative case study analysis. The research employs a focused multiple case study methodology, examining 4 companies across both countries representing climate-vulnerable sectors.
Using readily accessible data sources—corporate sustainability reports, public statements, regulatory filings, and media coverage—the study compares climate adaptation approaches and resilience-building strategies across selected companies. The analysis explores how institutional support systems, market conditions, and cross-cultural business contexts create different adaptation pathways in each country, identifying both common patterns and culturally-influenced approaches to climate resilience building. The findings contribute to understanding corporate climate adaptation across varied European contexts while providing actionable insights for policymakers and business support organizations.
Attitudes toward AI – comparative study in Poland and Switzerland
This ongoing research project examines how employees in Poland and Switzerland perceive and interact with artificial intelligence in the workplace. The study investigates AI adoption patterns, competence levels, and attitudes toward AI implementation across different organizational contexts. By comparing cultural and regional differences in AI acceptance, the research provides insights into how leadership styles and team dynamics influence AI integration in professional environments. The findings contribute to understanding cross-cultural variations in technology adoption and inform strategies for successful AI implementation in diverse organizational settings.