The Law, Science, Technology and Society (LSTS) research group is pleased to announce two premier summer schools for 2026. These programs, hosted by our specialized research units, offer an unparalleled opportunity to engage with the legal and ethical challenges of the digital age.
Summer Academy for Global Privacy Law 2026
"Beyond the Omnibus: Legacy and Realignment in EU Digital Regulation"
Now in its 11th year, the Brussels Privacy Hub Summer Academy remains a global reference for data protection. The 2026 edition examines how the EU digital rulebook is being reshaped through the "Digital Omnibus" and a dense, interconnected landscape of new instruments.
The Focus: Analyzing the resilience of the GDPR alongside the AI Act, Digital Services Act (DSA), Digital Markets Act (DMA), and the Data Act. The Academy will test the urgency of building a workable, sovereign model for governing data while balancing innovation and fundamental rights.
The Experience: Expert-led discussions grounded in real-world practice, aimed at legal practitioners, DPOs, and researchers.
When: 29 June – 03 July 2026
Where: In-person at the Learning & Innovation Center (VUB, Brussels) and Online.
Certification: Certificate of Completion and eligibility for IAPP Continuing Privacy Education (CPE) credits.
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HALL-EKFZ Summer School 2026
"Digital Health at the Crossroads: Balancing Progress and Individual Rights"
Following successful editions in Brussels and Dresden, the Health and Ageing Law Lab (HALL)—in collaboration with the EKFZ for Digital Health—returns to Brussels for its 3rd iteration. This lab-driven program bridges the gap between technical medical innovation and legal safeguards.
The Focus: An interdisciplinary exploration of the digital transformation in healthcare. Participants will engage with six intensive modules, including AI and IP governance, health data for research, and the ethical design of medical technology.
The Experience: A deep dive into how we can harness digital health innovation while ensuring ethical governance, legal compliance, and equitable access.
When: 01 – 05 June 2026
Where: Brussels, Belgium.
Credits: 4 ECTS.