Moving toward digitalization, the news ecosystem goes through a transition phase that eases access to[…]
an academia-industry alliance to foster media innovation
What we do
Research projects
We support the transformation of the media sector through scientific research.
Partnerships
We are open to new members and eager to collaborate with like-minded institutions.
Featured projects
Media Observatory Initiative
Scientific Expertise and Media Discourse
In order to restore the public's trust, we propose to develop an innovative tool to[…]
Fake News, Audiences and Journalism
This project aims to provide an in-depth understanding of how young audiences are exposed and[…]
About us
Our Initiative brings together academic, public and private partners who have joined forces to support and develop innovation in the media and IT sector. Our aim is to initiate research projects with affiliated universities and in partnership with our media members, and to engage with a wider community involving researchers, media professionals and investors.
Our members
Founding members
Affiliate members
Membership program
Our joint research projects and activities are funded by the annual contributions of our members.
| Ordinary members | Affiliate members | Partners | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual contribution (min. 2 years) | Fixed fee | Flexible fee | n/a |
| Membership status | Full (with practically the same rights as the founding members) | Affiliate (only gives access to a selection of joint projects) | n/a |
| May Influence the development of the IMI | Yes | No | No |
We are open to all private and public organizations, in Switzerland or abroad, who wish to join and are active in the relevant fields.
EPFL Media Center
The Media Center is an interinstitutional and interdisciplinary center, which is hosted by EPFL and serves as the operational arm of our Initiative. It is an interface between academic institutions and media companies.
Mounir Krichane
Director