David Gugerli

David Gugerli is Full Professor for History of Technology at ETH Zurich's Institute for History, examining how technologies shape social orders and knowledge regimes. His research pioneers critical studies of computing infrastructures and digital societies.

Research analyzes database epistemologies, supercomputing politics, and surveillance cultures. Major works include 'How the World Got Into the Computer' exploring digital reality emergence and studies of Swiss banking computerization.

Methodological innovations combine archival research with science studies principles. Recognized through Rudolf Kellerman Prize and Berlin Brandenburg Academy Prize for electrification studies.

International fellowships include Wissenschaftskolleg zu Berlin and Stanford University. Teaches courses on technology governance, historical methodology, and infrastructure studies within ETH's humanities curriculum.