Berkman Klein Center for Internet & Society

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Berkman Klein Center for Internet & Society
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Formation 1998
Type Research center
Headquarters Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts
Membership N/A
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Leader title Executive Director
Leader name Urs Gasser
Website


The Berkman Klein Center for Internet & Society is a research center at Harvard University focused on the study of cyberspace. It was founded in 1998 by Charles Nesson and is affiliated with Harvard Law School. The center's mission is to explore and understand cyberspace, study its development, dynamics, norms, and standards, and assess the need or lack thereof for laws and sanctions.

History[edit]

The Berkman Klein Center was established in 1998 as the Berkman Center for Internet & Society. It was named after Jack N. and Lillian R. Berkman, who provided a significant endowment. In 2016, the center was renamed to honor Eric Schmidt and Wendy Schmidt for their contributions.

Research and Initiatives[edit]

The center conducts interdisciplinary research on various aspects of the internet and society, including cybersecurity, digital privacy, internet governance, and online freedom of expression. It collaborates with scholars, policymakers, and industry leaders to address complex issues related to the digital world.

Key Projects[edit]

  • Cyberlaw Clinic: Provides pro bono legal services on issues related to the internet and technology.
  • Youth and Media: Focuses on understanding the role of digital media in the lives of young people.
  • Lumen: A project that collects and analyzes requests to remove online content.

People[edit]

The Berkman Klein Center is led by Executive Director Urs Gasser. It includes a diverse group of faculty, fellows, and staff from various disciplines, including law, computer science, sociology, and communications.

Publications[edit]

The center produces a wide range of publications, including research papers, policy briefs, and books. These publications cover topics such as internet policy, digital rights, and technology ethics.

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