Seton Hall University has named Davide Tuzzolino, J.D., Ph.D., Esq., as its 2026 Fulbright Scholar. Tuzzolino is a legal scholar and practicing attorney admitted to the Italian Bar at the Court of Appeal of Rome. His expertise focuses on artificial intelligence (AI) and emerging technologies, with an emphasis on their impact on private law.
Tuzzolino’s research addresses legal issues related to new technologies such as AI, digital identity, data governance, cloud computing, blockchain, the Internet of Things, smart cities, non-fungible tokens and robotics. He examines areas including data protection and management, contract law, intellectual property, cybersecurity and liability. His academic work includes peer-reviewed publications in prominent journals and presentations at major conferences.
Currently serving as a research associate at the Mediterranea International Centre for Human Rights Research (MICHR), Tuzzolino has collaborated with several European universities including LUISS Guido Carli University of Rome, the European University of Rome and the Just AI Lab at the University of Stirling. Through these roles he has participated in interdisciplinary research projects focused on how legal systems are adapting to technological innovation across national and European levels.
During his time at Seton Hall University, Tuzzolino will lead a one-credit course titled IDIS 2222 Artificial Intelligence and Law during Spring 2026. The seminar begins February 4 and meets Wednesdays from 3:30 – 4:45 p.m., with registration open through Banner. The course will offer students an overview of Italian and European legal frameworks for AI and other emerging technologies using doctrinal analysis alongside practical case studies. Topics will include data protection, intellectual property rights, cybersecurity issues, neuromarketing practices, environmental sustainability considerations and human rights in digital contexts.
Guest speakers from leading European academic and professional institutions will participate in selected sessions to discuss contemporary debates on AI regulation and policy development. These sessions will be open not only to enrolled students but also accessible to external participants.
“Davide Tuzzolino’s scholarship exemplifies the rigorous, globally engaged and ethically grounded work that the Fulbright Program and Seton Hall University seek to advance,” said Jonathan Farina, Ph.D., dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. “His expertise in artificial intelligence and law will provide our students with critical perspectives on how legal systems can responsibly guide technological innovation while further strengthening our commitment to interdisciplinary education and international collaboration.”
Mary Kate Naatus commented that “scholars like Dr. Tuzzolino enrich the intellectual life of the University classroom. His presence at Seton Hall reflects our dedication to bringing global perspectives to campus and to preparing students to engage thoughtfully with complex real-world challenges shaped by technology policy and ethics.”
Tuzzolino stated: “Joining Seton Hall University as a Fulbright Scholar is both an honor and a meaningful opportunity to contribute to a community that values ethical reflection international dialogue and interdisciplinary inquiry. I look forward to engaging with students and colleagues in examining how legal frameworks are evolving to govern artificial intelligence and emerging technologies—and how law can promote legal certainty and innovation.”
The appointment underlines Seton Hall University’s ongoing commitment to fostering international scholarship—especially where law technology society intersect globally.
Students interested in enrolling can register for IDIS 2222 via Banner.
