Our research examines the relationship between personalization algorithms and society. We specialize in research on search personalization, radicalization, foreign influence campaigns, and media and cultural studies. Our work is supported by the University of Iowa’s Obermann Center for Advanced Studies and the Department of Defense’s Minerva Research Initiative

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Search Personalization

How does search personalization challenge and/or reinforce user biases?
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Radicalization

What is the relationship between algorithmic personalization and online radicalization?
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Foreign Influence Campaigns

How are user- and platform-specific vulnerabilities exploited by foreign actors?
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Media and Cultural Studies

What is the role of algorithms in media production, distribution, and consumption?