1. How is the Vision and Strategic Direction of th+ grounded, and what mechanisms does it utilize to generate a tangible and sustainable impact in the Global South?
The Strategic Direction of th+i is not an abstract conceptualization, but the direct synthesis of the academic rigor and practical expertise of its founder, Jonathan Sdrigotti. The establishment of this platform is based on a career marked by academic excellence and a deep immersion in the management of high-level projects. The vision has been forged through a lifetime of experience and travels that has allowed for an in situ understanding of the structural deficits and opportunities for collaboration in diverse contexts of the Global South. This unique combination of empirical knowledge and management capability ensures the structural viability and sustainability of the project, indispensable elements for any academic initiative with sustained impact.
The thematic focus and heuristic rigor as foundation
The strategic objective of the direction is to position Somatic History and the analysis of Critical Infrastructures as the main methodological vehicles for interpreting the intersectionality of social and environmental crises. Somatic History is used as an indispensable analytical tool for understanding how failed policies and systemic vulnerabilities leave deep biological and social imprints. This thematic focus is not just a niche choice, but the anchor that gives the platform's networking its singularity, attracting specialists in the application of human sciences and demonstrating a commitment to research that transcends superficial data.
Innovation, technology, and contemporary challenges
The platform is conceived as an innovation laboratory prepared to address the complexity of contemporary problems that extend beyond physical infrastructure. This includes the evaluation of the ethical and social implications of Artificial Intelligence and other emerging technologies. th+i seeks to generate a space for dialogue that actively addresses the challenges of governance, algorithmic justice, and privacy in the Global South, driving a transdisciplinary articulation that breaks with traditional methodological fragmentation. The direction ensures that the content is not only historical but prospective, facilitating the anticipation of future challenges.
Converting excellence into tangible impact
The rigor of this direction is founded on Sdrigotti's academic and professional background, transforming individual excellence into a curation standard for the entire network. The ultimate goal is the translation of knowledge so that it integrates directly into the decision-making structures of think tanks and development agencies. This ensures that the research produced at th+i translates into tangible impact, effective public policies, and a real engine for global justice. The strategic direction guarantees that the academic mission is fulfilled with maximum efficacy, transparency, and an non-negotiable focus on social relevance.
1.1. What exactly is the th+initiative and who does its research network serve?
The rigor of this direction is founded on Sdrigotti's academic and professional background, transforming individual excellence into a curation standard for the entire network. The ultimate goal is the translation of knowledge so that it integrates directly into the decision-making structures of think tanks and development agencies. This ensures that the research produced at th+i translates into tangible impact, effective public policies, and a real engine for global justice. The strategic direction guarantees that the academic mission is fulfilled with maximum efficacy, transparency, and an non-negotiable focus on social relevance.