Research & Inquiry
We investigate how media, technology, AI and information environments shape trust, behavior, persuasion, and decision-making in the digital age.
Media Psychology
Research Focus
AI-Assisted Transparency & Disinformaiton Evaluation
My active dissertation research investigates whether simulated AI transparency tools can help user's better evaluate social media content, recognize persuasive manipulation, and make more informed sharing decisions in everyday digital environments.
Current Research
Examining how individuals evaluate trust, credibility, and authenticity in online informaiton
Trust & Credibiltiy
Studying how AI systems and algorithmic tools shape cognition, decisions, and social behavior
AI & Human Behavior
Analyzing the role of platforms, information ecosystems, and policy in shaping public discourse and outcomes
Digital Media Environments
Investigating how misleading information, propanganda, and persuasive techniques influence beliefs and actions.
Disinformation & Persuasion
Support Independent Research
Our work is supported through research sponsorships, educational partnerships, and independent support that help advance trustworthy, evidence-based research.
Coming soon. This section will include peer-reviewed papers, conference presentations research reports and summaries of key finding from our ongoing studies.