Insularity in Islands: An Icelandic Perspective on Nested Peripherality, Connectivity, and Digital Futures
Event: Insularity in Islands: An Icelandic Perspective on Nested Peripherality, Connectivity, and Digital Futures
Date: On Tuesday 28 April 2026
Time: 17:00-18:30
Venue: Faculty of Arts Library, 2nd Floor, Old Humanities Building, University of Malta
WIPSS - Work in Progress Seminar Series - Faculty of Arts
Presenter: Professor Thoroddur Bjarnason (University of Iceland)
Convenors: Prof. Michael Briguglio, Dr Francois Zammit, Dr Dylan Cassar, Dr Niki Young
Abstract:
Drawing on his research on small and peripheral communities, Prof Bjarnason will explore how geographical insularity intersects with physical and digital connectivity, shaping migration patterns, social capital, and regional development. The seminar will also reflect on emerging dynamics linked to artificial intelligence and their implications for island futures.
Bio:
Thoroddur Bjarnason is a sociology professor at University of Iceland, specialising in small and peripheral communities. His research examines connectivity, migration, and regional development, and explores links between artificial intelligence, social capital, and community dynamics through international research and publications.
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