Ellen Droog's research sits at the intersection of psychology, linguistics, and communication science. She investigates the datafication of information through the lens of misinformation, specifically looking at how ambiguous communication, including satire, affects public perception of topics like climate change and AI.
Based at the VU Department of Communication Science, Ellen is a lead researcher on projects identifying the persuasive outcomes of misinformation. Her work emphasises that simply correcting a fact is often insufficient; instead, she advocates for a multi-faceted approach involving technology, public policy, and nuanced education to combat digital misinformation.
