Violent Extremism and Information Integrity

Networks and Pathways of Violent Extremism: Effectiveness of Dis/Misinformation Campaigns

This project investigates the networks and pathways through which violent extremism spreads, focusing on the effectiveness of disinformation and misinformation campaigns in influencing extremist behaviors and beliefs.

Highlights:

• Analysis of dis/misinformation impact
• Study of extremist network pathways
• Evaluation of campaign effectiveness

Start Date: 2023 End Date: 2026 Funding Agency: National Institute of Justice

Upcoming presentations:

• Jadoon, A., Lokmanoglu, A. D., Hemmila, T., & Perliger, A. (2024, September). Exploring the Linkages between False Narratives and Political Events. American Political Science Association Annual Meeting, Philadelphia, PA.