This year, the community gathered in Edinburgh to explore the theme of algorithmic organizing in healthcare — and its far-reaching implications for professions, practices, and organizations.
Over the course of two days, participants from diverse academic and professional backgrounds discussed 13 studies covering a wide range of topics — AI and social networks, emotion and expertise, to digital platforms, storytelling, and sensemaking. These studies drew on a variety of healthcare settings, including radiology, mental health, diabetes care, robotics, and surgery. The two days of dialogue were powerfully complemented by a keynote from Ewen Harrison, who underscored the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration in ensuring that technological advances translate into meaningful societal benefits.
A special highlight of this year’s program was the new PhD session, where five early-career researchers from across Europe shared their emerging projects. This addition signals the continued evolution of the Jam — now fostering a more inclusive and supportive environment for scholars at all career stages.
A heartfelt thank you to the organizers, Sylvaine Tuncer (King’s Business School), Giulia Cappellaro (Bocconi University), Mohammad Hosein Rezazade Mehrizi (KIN Center for Digital Innovation, VU Amsterdam), and to local organizers, Luciana D’Adderio and Neil Pollock (Usher Institute, University of Edinburgh), for hosting and supporting this year’s event.
