Block Center for Technology and Society
Turning Research into Policy and Practice
The Block Center for Technology and Society is dedicated to the interdisciplinary, scientific investigation of the economic, organizational and public policy impacts of new and emerging technologies and their deployment in society.
We aim to study the societal consequences of technological change, develop innovative policy interventions that ensure the benefits of technological change are shared across society, and identify, develop, and promote the use of advanced technologies to address the social and economic needs of society.
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New Fellowship Geared at Connecting CMU Expertise with the Public
The Block Center Public Engagement Fellowship is a 12-month program for CMU faculty whose work addresses technology and society and who are interested in writing op-eds and other public-facing articles. Fellows will receive dedicated time, training, and editorial support to develop their ideas for broader audiences.
Applications are being accepted through September 2, 2026.
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