AI and Digital Technologies in Political Communication

This research area explores the role of AI and digital tools in shaping modern political discourse, with a current focus on automated content moderation, computational propaganda, and data-driven election campaigns. This research investigates both the benefits and ethical challenges of AI, including issues of digital humanism and the need for AI literacy, especially among young people navigating online political spaces. Key projects aim to promote responsible and transparent use of AI in fostering informed political engagement.

Researchers affiliated with this  area:

Hannah Greber, Hossein Kermani, Sophie Lecheler, Anna Maria Planitzer, Andrea Stockinger, Claudia Wilhelm

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Projects:

Transparent Automated Content Moderation (TACO)

Vienna Doctoral College on Digital Humanism