Martin Hilbert

Martin Hilbert is a Professor at University of California, Davis, chairing the Computational Social Sciences program. For over 20 years, his research has provided insights into digital transformation of social systems across disciplines, influencing both public and private sectors.

Known as the "Digital Aristotle" and "Guru of Big Data," Dr. Hilbert's groundbreaking study on global information capacity has transformed our understanding of the digital landscape. During his 15-year career at the United Nations, he created the digital action plan for Latin America and the Caribbean. His award-winning warnings about Cambridge Analytica highlight his expertise in digital trends.

With PhDs in Economic and Social Sciences and Communication, Dr. Hilbert has shaped digital strategies for over 20 countries and numerous corporations. His research appears in journals like Science and World Development, and he contributes to The Wall Street Journal and BBC.

His online courses attract 70,000+ learners worldwide, with his computational methods course named among the "best online courses of all time." His charismatic and often humorous presentations are known for breaking down the complexities of our evolving digital era into easily understandable concepts, combining deep knowledge with illuminating insights and clear calls for action.