In the scientific committee of Journal of ICT Research and Applications!

I am honored for being a member of the scientific committee (as a reviewer) of Journal of ICT Research and Applications. This journal is focused in the area of Information and Communication Technology from the following subject areas: Information Theory, Signal Processing, Electronics, Computer Network, Telecommunication, Wireless & Mobile Computing, Internet Technology, Multimedia, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Information System and Knowledge Management. Go ahead!

In the scientific committee of Engineering Management Journal!

I am honored for being a member of the scientific committee (as a reviewer) of Engineering Management Journal. This journal provides practical knowledge on the management of technology, technical professionals, and technical organizations. It tries to provide value to the practice of engineering management and engineering managers. Engineering Management Journal is an archival journal that facilitates both practitioners and university faculty in publishing useful articles. The primary focus is on articles that improve the practice of engineering management. Go ahead!

In the scientific committee of the Australasian Marketing Journal!

I am honored for being a member of the scientific committee of the Australasian Marketing Journal. This journal publishes papers in the field of marketing, for researchers, students, educators, scholars, and practitioners. The objective of the AMJ is to publish articles that enrich and contribute to the advancement of the discipline and the practice of marketing.

In the scientific committee of the International Linguistics Research!

I am honored for being a member of the scientific committee of the International Linguistics Research. This journal publishes papers in the field of linguistics, including theoretical linguistics, descriptive linguistics, and applied linguistics. ILR is multi-disciplinary and serves both academic and practitioner audiences, any subject in the area of language and communication is involved.

Public Service Media today in Europe: Final Declaration

Content, funding and governance, three pillars to face the future of Public Service Media in Europe

 

Context

During this 21st century, the greatest historical transformation of the culture and communication ecosystems has taken place. This transformation occurred in the context of globalisation and insufficient regulation of change, which has favoured extreme corporate concentration in the space defined by the convergence between digital technologies and cultural industries. The asymmetries and imbalances between democratic public authorities and the large corporations in the sector have continued to grow, to the point of putting fundamental democratic values at risk, such as respect for diversity and pluralism. The emergence of artificial intelligence (AI) is accelerating this process even further.

Collaborating with Springer Nature!

I am honored to collaborate with the scientific indexed journal Springer Nature. As part of its ongoing commitment to support researchers, I collaborate in research to understand thoughts and attitudes of researchers towards Springer Nature. Thanks!

Thanks for the ICNRD Recognition!

Thanks a lot! I am happy with the Recognition of the International Conference on Nano Research and Development-2026 (ICNRD-2026, which will be held from December 2 to 4, 2026 in Singapore). The entity recognizes me “given your pioneering work and profound expertise in nano-related field”. This event gathers leading researchers, engineers, and industry professionals from around the globe to advance the frontiers of nanoscience, nanotechnology, and their interdisciplinary applications.

Invited to the International Conference on Nano Research and Development-2026!

I am very happy with the invitation for the International Conference on Nano Research and Development-2026 (ICNRD-2026), the premier global conference on nanotechnology, scheduled for May 27 to 29, 2026, in Kraków, Poland.

“Your pioneering work in nanotechnology has been transformative for our community. We'd be honoured to invite you to share your insights”, explains the organizing committee. The participants will engage with international researchers, industry leaders, and policymakers.

“Your participation would not only elevate the scientific rigor of the conference but also provide a platform to engage with peers‌, potentially catalysing transformative collaborations”, says the organization. Thanks a lot!

Reviewer of IEEE Transactions on Computational Social Systems!

I am happy for being reviewer of the IEEE Transactions on Computational Social Systems. I have been included in the manuscript Central site for online manuscript review. Thanks a lot!

Scientific communication about AI and user experience accepted by the 11th Annual Blanquerna-Emerson Global Communication Summit!

 

Nice news! The scientific communication “User Experience and Artificial Intelligence: Privacy Protection in Digital Marketing” (Dr. Joan-Francesc Fondevila-Gascón, Júlia Alabart-Algueró, Sergio Donate-Lázaro, Sergi Pérez-Verdaguer) has been accepted by the 11th Annual Blanquerna-Emerson Global Communication Summit. It will take place on October 10 in Barcelona. Go ahead!

Scientific indexed article about AI in commercial airlines in a Q1 international journal!

I am honoured by the publication of the scientific indexed article "Artificial Intelligence in Commercial Airlines: User Perceptions and Its Impact on Customer Experience" (Dr. Joan-Francesc Fondevila-Gascón, Dr. Óscar Gutiérrez-Aragón, Dr. David Lopez-Lopez, Gonzalo Curiel-Barrios, Júlia Alabart-Algueró) in "Journal of Air Transport Management". 

As main results, the survey of 320 airline passengers reveals perceptions of AI in aviation operations. Strong support exists for AI in safety, efficiency, and sustainability improvements. Furthermore, skepticism remains regarding AI autonomy, especially in replacing human pilots. Trust, transparency, and human oversight are key to AI acceptance by passengers. Results align with regulatory priorities set by EASA and ICAO AI frameworks.This study examines user perceptions of AI in commercial airlines, revealing that passengers prioritize AI for operational efficiency (e.g., reducing delays, enhancing security) but remain skeptical of its role in decision-making replacing humans.

This article is part of the research work of the Research Group on Digital Journalism and Broadband and the Research Group on Innovative Monetization Systems for Journalism, Marketing and Digital Tourism, of CECABLE, Escola Universitària Mediterrani of the University of Girona, Blanquerna-Universitat Ramon Llull and Pompeu Fabra University, with Dr. Joan Francesc Fondevila Gascón as principal investigator.

Artificial Intelligence scientific communication in Hong Kong!

"Artificial Intelligence in Commercial Airlines: User Perceptions and Its Impact on Customer Experience" (Dr. Joan-Francesc Fondevila-Gascón, Dr. Óscar Gutiérrez-Aragón, Dr. David López-López and Gonzalo Curiel-Barrios) is the scientific communication accepted in the Digital Marketing Research and Customer Experience’ Track of the 2025 Global Marketing Conference at Hong Kong, in the Hong Kong Polytechnic University (from 24 to 27 of July). Go ahead!

In the Research Executive Agency of the European Union!!!!!

I am honoured to collaborate with the Research Executive Agency (REA) as an External Expert. I have worked with other European Union (EU) Executive Agencies in the past. This project is part of the triennial Evaluation of the European Union Executive Agencies (REA, CINEA, HADEA, ERCEA, EISMEA and EACEA). Furthermore, Ernst & Young brings research in partnership with Technopolis Group and CEPS, commissioned by the European Commission to undertake this independent evaluation.

The DMTforum 2025, on May 20 at the CNMC!

The DMTforum 2025, the 29th edition of the Cable and Broadband Catalonia Congress, will be held on Tuesday, May 20 from 9.30 to 14. 30 hours in the Auditorium and Can Tiana Space at the headquarters of the National Commission of Markets and Competition in Barcelona (Bolivia Street, 56), organized by CECABLE (Center for Cable Studies, who’s director is Professor and Doctor Joan-Francesc Fondevila-Gascón) and Feceminte, and the collaboration of various institutions and entities, such as the Catalan Society of Communication-Institute for Catalan Studies (SCC-IEC), Generalitat of Catalonia, CNMC (National Commission of Markets and Competition), PIMEC, Telecos.cat, BS Profesional, GrausTIC, Fecotel and Localret. This conference focuses on business and interaction between companies, and is the reference event for the telecommunications and digital technologies sector in Catalonia.

The event analyzes the challenges and business opportunities of this key sector for the country. After the institutional welcome and inauguration, will be held the debate “TELCOS, from voice and data services to advanced digital services" (with participation of MasOrange, Telefónica, Vodafone and Onivia), and the debate ”Evolution towards new business models" (with Michael Page, Clúster Digital de Cataluña, PIMEC, Huawei and Accenture). After the institutional closing ceremony of the Generalitat de Catalunya, the CONNEXIÓ Awards of Feceminte will be presented, which will reach the XXIV edition. The event is sponsored by Adamo, Onivia, Xarxa Oberta de Catalunya (XOC), Aire Networks, Nexia, Parlem, PTV Telecom, Vera and Fitel Network. The media partners are Redes&Telecom, wwwhat's new, Món Empresarial, Ràdio 4 Radio Nacional de España (RNE), BarcelonaDot and Tecnonews. Catalan telecommunications are waiting for you.

Scientific communication in Hong Kong about AI and airlines!

The scientific communication "Artificial Intelligence in Commercial Airlines: User Perceptions and Its Impact on Customer Experience" (Dr. Joan-Francesc Fondevila-Gascón, Dr. Óscar Gutiérrez-Aragón, Dr. David López-López and Gonzalo Curiel-Barrios) has been accepted in the Digital Marketing Research and Customer Experience’ Track of the 2025 Global Marketing Conference at Hong Kong! It will be in the Hong Kong Polytechnic University, from 24 to 27 of July.

HbbTV and metrics: an exciting way!

The HbbTV phenomenon is growing with unusual strength and is changing the Spanish audiovisual landscape. The chains and cable operators are adapting the metrics commonly used to more reliably collect the true impacts on the viewer.

In the project “New Forms of Interactive Advertising on Television, Internet and Digital Media. Real Applications on HbbTV”, supported by the Ministry of Economy, Industry and Competitiveness, and from the research projects entitled “Innovative Systems of Monetization of Digital Journalism" (SIMPED) and “Production systems of Spanish digital journalism in the international context and impact of broadband”, with the support of the Generalitat of Catalonia and various universities, it is observed that communication professionals consider in 81.71% that the flow of data obtained by the recipient's visit must be measured in an integrated way. On the other hand, 17.14% did not support this option.

Instagram and sports: the strenght of interactivity and broadband

Social media are a key factor in the cloud journalism environment of Broadband Society. One of the most recognized and popular social networks is Instagram, and we will analyze it in collaboration with Marc Fontanet Aguilera.

Instagram (commonly abbreviated to IG or Insta) is an American photo and video sharing social networking service created by Kevin Systrom and Mike Krieger. Nowadays Instagram belongs to Mark Zuckerberg, creator of Facebook, who bought the project for approximately 1 billion dollars in cash and stock. The app allows users to upload media that can be edited with filters and organized by hashtags and geographical tagging. Posts can be shared publicly or with pre-approved followers. Also, users can like photos and follow other users to add their content to a personal feed.

The Spanish evolution of broadband

We will try to answer the many questions that arise when talking about broadband in Spain, in collaboration with John McAulay Solé. The internet appeared in the country for the first time in the early 1990s: the first Spanish commercial internet provider, Goya Servicios Telemáticos, was born in 1992, and only a year later the first Spanish web server started working in the Iberian country. 

Since then, internet has gone a very long way. In only a quarter of a century, it has gone from being an unknown futuristic concept to an element of every-day use. According to the Asociación de Usuarios de Internet, in 1996 there were only 320,000 internet users in Spain. Since then, that number has risen by more than 12,000% – up to 39.42 million users in 2018. Another interesting stat is the number of people who connect to the internet through their mobile phone. Last year, more than 35 million Spaniards used the internet through these devices, even though this is something which has only been possible since little over a decade ago.

The adaptation of television to HbbTV

The growth of the television offer of HbbTV (Hybrid broadcast broadband TV) and the intention to reinforce the weight of the television service by cable telecommunication operators can convergently converge in a diaphanous intersection between audiovisual and telecommunications.

HbbTV is an interactive standard that, unlike Smart TV, confers power to networks, not manufacturers. Dialogue options with the end customer are multiplied, which can trigger creative news from the journalistic and audiovisual point of view and more seductive formulas from the advertising perspective.

Broadband and its local spreading

Which is the situation of Broadband at local sphere? Broadband Society embraces the municipal activity. It is known that broadband was born in extension of the path information does to all types of communication systems, like enterprises, media or your house. 

Broadband services were promoted by the potency of technology terminals, the support of new communication infrastructures – like fiber optic – and the initiative of administrations and industry (Redes de Banda Ancha). We analyse, in collaboration with Irina Carnicero Moreno, the Catalan case, focusing in Malgrat de Mar (a small village).