Christian Pentzold

Christian Pentzold is a Professor of Media and Communication at the University of Leipzig, Germany, and co-director of the Center for Digital Participation. His academic career spans multiple institutions, including the University of Bremen, Chemnitz University of Technology, Oxford Internet Institute, Berkman Klein Center at Harvard, and King’s College London.

Research Focus: His work explores digital media, communication technologies, and their societal impacts, integrating insights from cultural sociology, linguistics, and science and technology studies. Current projects include Framing Big Data, Integrated Research Cluster, and Perspectives of Digital Participation.

Teaching: He teaches courses on social science methods, media analysis, and digital media cultures at both bachelor's and master's level, covering topics like organizational communication, public relations, and datafied societies.

Scientific Awards:

• Dissertationspreis (2012)
• ICA Top Faculty Paper Award (2022)
• Humboldt Fellow (2018)
• Lady Davis Fellow (2021/2022)

Labs & Teams: He collaborates with the Center for Digital Participation and contributes to departments at Leipzig University, focusing on media systems, digital methods, and communication practices.