Fake news gone viral: Countering the misinformation epidemic
Join us for a crucial seminar on the battle against misinformation in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. We’ll explore how misinformation spreads, its impact on major issues like the pandemic and climate change and discuss strategies to rebuild trust in science.
Date: 30 May 2024, 17:00 (Thursday, 6th week, Trinity 2024)
Venue: Ship Street Centre, 4 Ship Street OX1 3DA
Venue Details: Jesus College Auditorium, Ship Street
Speakers: Dr James Painter (University of Oxford), Dr Ramit Debnath (University of Cambridge), Prof. Karen Douglas (University of Kent)
Organising department: Doctoral Training Centre (MPLS)
Host: Prof. David Marshall (Professor of Physical Oceanograph)
Booking required?: Recommended
Booking url: https://www.eventbrite.it/e/fake-news-gone-viral-countering-the-misinformation-epidemic-tickets-885747333117
Audience: Public
Editor: Tristan Pang