Medium Manipulation

Medium manipulation research focuses on identifying and mitigating the deliberate distortion of information across various media, including social networks and news outlets. Current efforts concentrate on developing algorithms, such as those employing graph neural networks (GNNs) and natural language processing (NLP), to detect manipulation tactics like the spread of misinformation, coordinated campaigns, and the use of bots. This research is crucial for understanding and countering the impact of manipulated information on public opinion, political processes, and social stability, with applications ranging from election integrity to public health monitoring.