Christina Ortner

Christina Ortner is a professor at the University of Applied Sciences Hagenberg, affiliated with the Digital Transformation Strength Area under the ICT - Information & Communication Technology department. Her work bridges Digital Literacy, Social Media, and Media Literacy, focusing on youth and societal implications.

• Research Interests: Digital media's impact on education, pandemic-related media behaviors, and equitable digital futures.
• Projects: Leads EU Kids Online V (2024-2026), investigates AI risks for youth, and develops open educational resources like iMooX.
• Awards:
  • Otto Wittschier Science Award (2014)
  • Margartha Lupca Foundation Science Award (2015)

Her publications analyze digital skill gaps, media use during crises, and generative AI challenges. She actively contributes to academic discourse through invited talks and peer reviews.