Prof. Dr. Karsten Donnay
DSI Professor and Assistant Professor of Political Behavior and Digital Media in the Department of Political Science at the University of Zurich.
Karsten's research bridges digital technology, political behavior, and democratic processes – exploring how digital communication platforms and new forms of online participation shape the way people engage with politics. His team investigates how these shifts impact political communication at large, and translates their findings into evidence-driven recommendations for civil society and political stakeholders.
His vision captures the urgency of this work:
«Turning rigorous empirical research on AI, disinformation and information ecosystems into concrete policy guidance to help protect democratic processes.»
In an era of rising disinformation and algorithmic influence, Karsten's work is more than academic – it's a direct contribution to the health of our democracies.
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