The project explores the impact of digitalization on human existence from the perspectives of theology, philosophy, and ethics. Digitalization and artificial intelligence (AI) are profoundly transforming society, communication, identity, and corporeality, raising fundamental questions about the nature of humanity and human dignity. The research addresses the anthropological and ethical challenges posed by digital technologies, emphasizing the need to develop a theological anthropology suited to the digital age.

The project focuses on the following key questions:

· How do digitalization and artificial intelligence affect the understanding of humanity, identity, and the relationship to the body?

· What are the effects of digital communication on empathy and human relationships?

· How does digital culture shape religious experience and spirituality?

· How is human vulnerability expressed or concealed in the digital world, and what are the possibilities for ethical oversight of technology?

Using approaches from phenomenology, hermeneutics, and interdisciplinary collaboration (theology, philosophy, psychology, computer science), the project will offer an in-depth analysis of the digital age and develop ethical guidelines for its responsible use. The goal is to establish a comprehensive theological and philosophical foundation to help preserve human dignity and autonomy amidst rapid technological development.

The project is divided into six substantive work packages (WPCs) that comprehensively address the anthropological and ethical challenges of digitalization. First (WPC1), it explores how the digital age transforms human identity and everyday life, developing a theological anthropology that aligns with these changes. Next (WPC2), it focuses on the impact of digital communication on empathy and human relationships, analyzing the risks and opportunities for fostering empathy in digital environments. The third package (WPC3) examines the significance of corporeality in the digital age, from the phenomenological analysis of the body to the issues of "cyborgization" and the transformation of the understanding of embodiment. The fourth package (WPC4) addresses the relationship between humans and technology, particularly interactions with artificial intelligence and its impact on identity and epistemological challenges. The fifth package (WPC5) explores the influence of digitalization on religious experience and spirituality, investigating new forms of religious practice in the digital world. Finally, the last part (WPC6) analyzes human vulnerability in the digital environment and the question of control over technology, including the development of ethical guidelines for a digital society. The project is based on an interdisciplinary approach, incorporating theology, philosophy, psychology, and computer science, and combines theoretical research, empirical studies, and the development of practical recommendations.