Melanie Schaur

Dr. Melanie Schaur is a Research Fellow at Johannes Kepler University Linz (JKU), affiliated with the Institute for Political Science and Social Policy and the Institute for Integrated Studies. Her work bridges assistive technologies, digital transformation in social enterprises, and Austrian political studies. She holds a Dr., BSc, and MSSc, and teaches courses on Austrian politics and societal structures.

Her research explores:

• AI-driven assistive technologies for disability care
• Digital skills development in social enterprises
• Policy impacts on technology adoption
• EU-wide strategies for inclusive workforce training

Recent publications emphasize assistive tech, AI ethics, and social policy, reflecting interdisciplinary approaches. She leads/contributes to key projects:

• Care4Skills (2024-2028): Training solutions for long-term care sectors
• B-Wise (2021-2024): Digital skills toolkits for social enterprises
• Dyslexia Lab (2023-2025): Assistive tech for learning disabilities