Alessandro Sancino

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Alessandro Sancino is a leading scholar at the intersection of public management, democratic governance, and digital transformation. His research critically examines how emerging technologies—from AI and robotics to social media—reshape the relationship between citizens, institutions, and democracy. Sancino’s most cited work, *Disruptive Democracy: The Clash Between Techno-Populism and Techno-Democracy* (2019), offers a groundbreaking framework for understanding the dual potential of technology: as a force that can either erode democratic norms through techno-populism or revitalize civic engagement through techno-democracy. This work has garnered over 20 citations and is widely recognized for its timely analysis of the tensions between innovation and accountability. Beyond this, Sancino has contributed extensively to co-production, public value theory, and the role of universities as anchor institutions in local development. His research has influenced policy debates on participatory governance and smart cities, earning him a reputation as a bridge-builder between academic theory and real-world practice. For students and researchers, Sancino’s work offers a vital lens for understanding how to navigate the challenges and opportunities of our increasingly digitized public sphere.