Horizon Technologies
for Tourism Lab

Call for applied research initiatives.

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Call for Applied Research Initiatives

The Digital Tourism Think Tank is seeking applied research cases which explore the potential of new and emerging technologies in the tourism industry globally as part of a new 'Horizon Technologies for Tourism Lab' seeking to catalogue a wide range of references and case studies from the research community of value to the industry.

We are particularly keen to learn about studies in the following fields:

XR

The development of new mixed reality technologies and applications.

ML & AI

The use of machine learning and artificial intelligence to derive insights from data.

AI Ethics

The ethical and societal implications of mixed reality and data-driven solutions.

Sustainability

Technology as an enabler for sustainable tourism solutions or transformation.

We are also open to other examples of applying emerging technologies in tourism.
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Submissions should focus on high-quality research, which demonstrates the potential of new 'horizon technologies' in the tourism industry. This call is with a view to identifying those making a significant contribution to further our understanding as to how these technologies may be used in a wider context, address current challenges, or open up new possibilities in tourism. Additionally, we are interested in interdisciplinary research that brings together experts from different disciplines.

Why should you submit a project to the Horizon Technologies for Tourism Lab?

  • Help build an extensive catalogue of applied research for the industry.
  • Further expand partnership and participation in future research.
  • Possibility for feature-length editorial content by the Digital Tourism Think Tank.
  • Selected cases will be featured in the 'Beyond Tourism's Horizon' podcast series.
  • Invitations to present research at flagship events, such as X. Festival and X. Design Week.

In addition to this, you will receive special invitations to other opportunities in the pipeline, where we are seeking to strengthen the relationship between industry and academia.

To submit a case study, simply complete the form below and the team will be in touch for further information.

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