Doctoral Students — Political Communication

Chang’s research interests include comparative democratic development, the rule of law, data applications for public policy, and social science methodology.

Chen is interested in political psychology, especially the role of ideology and partisanship in decision making.

Gibson is interested in the cognitive, emotional, and social effects of digital media, especially with regard to the role of corporations and political bodies.

Kim studies democratic processes for risk prevention in society through deliberative practices.

Lee is interested in the politics of technology- specifically, she studies how the use of big data and algorithms in the current news environment might reinforce social inequalities.

Lu’s research focuses on political implications and social effects of digital media in Chinese politics, especially with regard to media governance and public opinion.

Muise’s interests focus on the effect of advanced telecommunications capacity on disparity and political development under repressive and transitional regimes, specifically regarding data privacy and vulnerable populations.