Keynotes

"Sustainable Development: What is the role of (sport) science?"

Prof. Dr. Heike Mayer, University of Bern

Prof. Dr. Heike Mayer is Vice Rector for Quality and Sustainable Development at the University of Bern and Professor of Economic Geography at the Institute of Geography at the University of Bern.

Abstract

Society faces numerous significant challenges, including climate change and biodiversity loss, and there is an urgent need for societal transformation towards more sustainable practices. The role of science so far has been to provide data and facts following scientific principles. Yet, some observers call for more engaged science through, e.g., transdisciplinary approaches. The presentation will illustrate how universities can support and strengthen transdisciplinary research approaches, highlighting the pitfalls and hurdles associated with this approach.

Language of the keynote: English

"Sport in the Postgrowth Era: The case of football"

Prof. Dr. Max Koch, Lund University

Prof. Dr. Max Koch is Professor for Social Policy and Sustainability at the School of Social Work of Lund University.