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Articles Sharing
by Rachael Espinet 18 Feb '19

18 Feb '19

Hi All, Would love to read some of your research articles. I'm keenly interested on research done on social media sharing, memes and impact of social media sites on journalism. I would love to read the work you all are doing. Please feel free to share. Thank you. Kind regards, Rachael Espinet

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Job Offer: Software Developer at the Max Planck Institute for Demographic Research
by MPIDR - Career 18 Feb '19

18 Feb '19

++++ apologies for cross postings ++++ The Max Planck Institute for Demographic Research (MPIDR) is recruiting a Software Developer to join the Laboratory of Digital and Computational Demography<http://demogr.mpg.de/en/laboratories/digital_and_computational_demography_5…>. The MPIDR is one of the leading demographic centers in the world. It is part of the Max Planck Society, a network of over 80 institutes that form Germany's premier basic-research organization. Max Planck Institutes have an established record of world-class, foundational research in the sciences, technology, and the humanities, and offer a unique environment that combines the best aspects of an academic setting and a research laboratory. The Profile The Laboratory of Digital and Computational Demography, headed by MPIDR Director Emilio Zagheni, is looking for candidates with a background in Software Development/Software Engineering, who will support scientific projects at MPIDR and collaborate closely with researchers on their implementation. Candidates are expected to have a solid knowledge of, and relevant experience with, at least some of the following: (i) low/mid-level programming languages (e.g., C, C++, C#, Java), (ii) high-level languages commonly used in the scientific community (e.g., Python and R) and related statistical/data science libraries, (iii) Web Development (Front-end and Back-end, APIs e.g. Facebook Marketing API), (iv) Mobile Application Development (Android, IOS), (v) Data Management (SQL) and High Performance Computing. A PhD in Computer Science, Informatics or a related discipline (or equivalent level of experience) is desirable. The successful candidate will work with an international team of scientists that are advancing the field of digital and computational demography. Her/his profile should include: (i) excellent communication skills, including high proficiency in written and spoken English; (ii) the ability to work in teams and to support the full life cycle of scientific projects from a software development perspective; (iii) an interest in deepening and expanding relevant knowledge and skills, and in coauthoring research articles or reports. The Position and Remuneration The position is full time (39 hours/week), to start as soon as possible. The contract is initially limited to 2 years, with the possibility of tenure. The MPIDR offers a competitive salary that starts at approx. 54,000 EUR gross per year depending on relevant experience (pay scale 14 TVöD Bund). Remuneration is based on the salary structure of the German public sector and includes employees' benefits in accordance with the rules of federal employees in Germany. The Institute has an excellent work environment and offers family-friendly work arrangements (flexible working hours, teleworking, and guaranteed places in day-care centers for children), occupational health promotion, and opportunities for continuous further training. Our institute values diversity and is committed to employing individuals from minorities. Individuals with severe disability are especially welcome to apply. Our Institute and the Max Planck Society also seek to increase the proportion of women in areas where they are underrepresented and therefore explicitly encourage women to apply. Application Materials Applications should be in English and include, in a single pdf document: (i) CV, (ii) a letter of motivation where you describe your relevant experience in the areas mentioned and why you are interested in joining MPIDR; (iii) contact details of two references. Please provide copies of certificates of education, other relevant certificates, and, if applicable, performance records. Review of applications will begin on March 14. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled, but preference will be given to those received by March 14. Please send your informative application using the following website link www.demogr.mpg.de/go/JobAd881283<http://www.demogr.mpg.de/go/JobAd881283>. For questions on the position, please contact Ms. Ulrike Liebich (sekzagheni(a)demogr.mpg.de<mailto:sekzagheni@demogr.mpg.de>). For information about the Institute, please use the following website link: www.demogr.mpg.de<http://www.demogr.mpg.de/>. ---------- This mail has been sent through the MPI for Demographic Research. Should you receive a mail that is apparently from a MPI user without this text displayed, then the address has most likely been faked. If you are uncertain about the validity of this message, please check the mail header or ask your system administrator for assistance.

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Job Offer: Post-Docs/ Research Scientists at the Max Planck Institute for Demographic Research
by MPIDR - Career 18 Feb '19

18 Feb '19

++++ apologies for cross postings ++++ The Max Planck Institute for Demographic Research (MPIDR) is recruiting highly qualified Post-Docs/Research Scientists, at various levels of seniority, to join the Laboratory of Digital and Computational Demography<http://demogr.mpg.de/en/laboratories/digital_and_computational_demography_5…>. MPIDR is one of the leading demographic centers in the world. It is part of the Max Planck Society, a network of 84 institutes that form Germany's premier basic-research organization. Max Planck Institutes have an established record of world-class, foundational research in the sciences, technology, social sciences and the humanities. They offer a unique environment that combines the best aspects of an academic setting and a research laboratory. The Lab of Digital and Computational Demography, headed by MPIDR Director Emilio Zagheni, is looking for candidates with a background in Demography, Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Economics, Sociology, Geography, Applied Mathematics, Public Health, Public Policy, or related disciplines. The successful candidate must have a PhD (or receive it soon) and is expected to conduct cutting-edge research that produces methodological advances in the field of Digital and Computational Demography and/or answers important questions in the following key substantive areas of demography: (i) Migration and mobility; (ii) generational and gender relationships; (iii) Environment and disease dynamics. The growing Lab of Digital and Computational Demography intends to bring together methodologists (from areas like Statistics, Computer Science or Mathematical Demography) with experts in areas of Social Sciences (e.g., Sociology, Geography, Economics, etc.) in order to favor cross-pollination of ideas, to advance methods and theory, and to address pressing societal questions. Examples of project areas relevant for the Lab include (but are not limited to): * Combining traditional data sources as well as those that emerge from the digitalization of our lives to study demographic processes, like migration, fertility, health and well-being, intergenerational relationships and gender disparities. * Developing innovative forms of data collection for demographic research (e.g., surveys via web and social media advertisement platforms, or data collected via sensors, tracking devices, mobile phone apps, or crowd-source approaches). * Developing simulation models of individual choices and population-level processes to produce new insights on demographic dynamics and advance population theory. * Evaluating the impact of the digitalization of our lives on demographic behavior and population processes. * Modeling, estimating and predicting the relationships between environmental change, demographic processes and disease dynamics. Applications (in English) have to be submitted online via www.demogr.mpg.de/go/JobAd396185<http://www.demogr.mpg.de/go/JobAd396185> and include the following documents: * Curriculum Vitae * Letter of interest (Max 1 page) Briefly state why you are interested in joining MPIDR, how MPIDR could foster your professional development and career trajectory, and in which ways your interests fit the research strengths of MPIDR. * Research Statement (Max 2 pages) Briefly describe your research accomplishments, as well as ongoing and future research plans. Please also describe your technical skills, areas of expertise, as well as the type of advanced training that you would like to receive as a research scientist. * Names and contact information for 3 academic references * One or two writing samples or publications In order to receive full consideration, applications should be received by March 14, 2019. The starting date is flexible, but no later than Fall 2019. Successful applicants will be offered a 3-year contract with remuneration commensurate to experience (starting from approx. 54,000 EUR gross per year for researchers who have just completed their PhD, up to approx. 74,000 EUR gross per year for more senior scientists), based on the salary structure of the German public sector (Öffentlicher Dienst, TVöD Bund). The Institute has an excellent work environment and offers family-friendly work arrangements (flexible working hours, teleworking, and guaranteed places in day-care centers for children), occupational health promotion, and opportunities for continuous further training. For inquiries about the positions, please contact sekzagheni(a)demogr.mpg.de<mailto:sekzagheni@demogr.mpg.de>. For information about the Institute, please use the following website link: www.demogr.mpg.de<http://www.demogr.mpg.de/>. Our institute values diversity and is committed to employing individuals from minorities. Individuals with severe disability are especially welcome to apply. Our Institute and the Max Planck Society also seek to increase the proportion of women in areas where they are underrepresented and therefore explicitly encourage women to apply. ---------- This mail has been sent through the MPI for Demographic Research. Should you receive a mail that is apparently from a MPI user without this text displayed, then the address has most likely been faked. If you are uncertain about the validity of this message, please check the mail header or ask your system administrator for assistance.

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CFP - 19th workshop on Computational Models of Natural Argument
by Jodi Schneider 18 Feb '19

18 Feb '19

(with apologies for cross mailing) ** CMNA 2019, the 19th workshop on Computational Models of Natural Argument ** 9th April 2019, Limassol, Cyprus in conjunction with Persuasive 2019 *Special theme: The Role(s) of Argument in Persuasion* DEADLINE 20 February 2019 ===================================================================== CMNA 2019 will be held as part Persuasive 2019, in the beautiful Limassol, Cyprus. Since its inception in 2001, the CMNA workshop series focuses on the issue of modelling “natural” argumentation, where naturalness may range across a variety of forms, perhaps involving the use of visual rather than linguistic means to illustrate a point, for example using graphics or multimedia, or applying more sophisticated rhetorical devices, interacting at various layers of abstraction, or exploiting “extra-rational” characteristics of the audience, taking into account emotions and affective factors. The study of Argumentation, and in particular, argumentative behaviour within natural, real-world communication, compliments the scope and directions of the behaviour change communities and aligns neatly with several aspects of the PERSUASIVE conference. Computers and related digital technologies are tools that are increasingly used to help influence and persuade, as well as to manage and support. Similarly, the use of computers in argumentation has been varied, providing both a medium in which argumentative practises can flourish, and tools with which to study those practises. There appears however to be a natural alignment between the notion of argument as a rational process that can underpin reasoned action, and the idea of persuasive technologies leading to changes in behaviour and habitual action. Special theme for this edition is the *role(s) of argumentation in persuasion*. This theme would be interpreted broadly, to support both polemical positions on, for example, whether argumentation can help or hinder persuasion, and to enable dissemination of recent work at the intersection of the fields. For example, recent work within the argumentation community has considered the use of arguments in formal models of persuasion as well as the role of argumentative dialogue in building motivation for behaviour change. Notwithstanding the special theme, we also solicit contribution addressing, but not limited to, the following areas of interest: - The characteristics of “natural” arguments (e.g. ontological aspects, cognitive issues, legal aspects). - Rhetoric and affect in argumentation and persuasion: the role of emotions, personalities, etc. in argumentation. - The linguistic characteristics of natural argumentation, including discourse markers, sentence format, referring expressions, and style. - The generation of natural argument - Corpus argumentation results and techniques - Argumentation mining - The roles of licentiousness and deceit and the ethical implications of implemented systems demonstrating such features. - Natural argumentation in multi-agent systems. - Methods to better convey the structure of complex argument, including representation and summarisation. - Natural argumentation and media: visual arguments, multi-modal arguments, spoken arguments. - Evaluative arguments and their application in AI systems (such as decision-support and advice-giving). - Non-monotonic, defeasible and uncertain argumentation. - The computational use of models from informal logic and argumentation theory. - Computer supported collaborative argumentation, for pedagogy, e-democracy and public debate. - Tools for interacting with structures of argument. - Applications of argumentation based systems. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We are accepting submissions of long and short papers, demonstrations and short abstracts. CMNA19 proceedings will be published as CEUR proceedings———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Key dates are as follows: - Paper submission (all categories): 20 February 2019 at this link https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=cmna19 - Notification: 1 March 2019 - Early registration: 5 March 2019 (to be done through the Persuasive 2019 website at http://www.persuasive2019.org/ - Final papers: 25 March 2019 - CMNA 19: 9th April 2019 Please visit http://cmna.info//CMNA19/ <http://cmna.info//CMNA17/> for more information. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Floriana Grasso - University of Liverpool Nancy Green - University of North Carolina at Greensboro Jodi Schneider - University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Champaign, IL Simon Wells - Edinburgh Napier University, UK

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Digital War
by Andrew Hoskins 18 Feb '19

18 Feb '19

We are delighted to announce the launch of the Journal of Digital War. https://www.digital-war.org Follow us here: @DigitalWarJnl<https://twitter.com/DigitalWarJnl>

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PUBLISHED: Fake News Inquiry Report
by Dr. Emma Briant 18 Feb '19

18 Feb '19

Dear Colleagues, Thought I would share the UK Parliament's Digital, Culture, Media and Sport Fake News Inquiry final report which is just published: https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm201719/cmselect/cmcumeds/1791/1791.… And as the final report endorses my recommendations that the private influence industry must no longer go unregulated and on how this might be done, I just wanted to share my full original report on this in case anyone wishes to read my fuller proposals: · Briant, E L (2018) ‘Building a stronger and more secure democracy in a digital age <http://data.parliament.uk/writtenevidence/committeeevidence.svc/evidencedoc…>’ A Response to Recent Interim Reports and Proposals, published by Digital, Culture, Media and Sport Select Committee Inquiry into Fake News: UK This September 2018 policy report was my response to both the recent UK Interim Report of the Fake News Inquiry, and the proposals offered by Sen. Warner and the Senate Intelligence Committee. It replied to inadequacies in both reports and the proposals offered to date for the US and UK, highlights the important areas I considered to have not been fully addressed, arguing for what I saw as vital recommendations and proposals for the US and UK. Today's Fake News Inquiry Final report restates my report's recommendations and then concludes the following: 'The industry needs cleaning up. As the SCL/Cambridge Analytica scandal shows, the sort of bad practices indulged in abroad or for foreign clients, risk making their way into UK politics. Currently the strategic communications industry is largely self-regulated. The UK Government should consider new regulations that curb bad behaviour in this industry.' And: 'There needs to be transparency in these strategic communications companies, with a public record of all campaigns that they work on, both at home and abroad. They need to be held accountable for breaking laws during campaigns anywhere in the world, or working for financially non-transparent campaigns. We recommend that the Government addresses this issue, when it responds to its consultation, ‘Protecting the Debate: Intimidating, Influence and Information’' Best wishes, Emma -- Dr Emma L Briant Researcher at George Washington University School of Media and Public Affairs 805 21st St NW, Washington, DC 20052 Website: www.emma-briant.co.uk Author of: *Propaganda and Counter-Terrorism: Strategies for Global Change *from Manchester University Press Co-Author of: *Bad News for Refugees* with Prof. Greg Philo and Dr. Pauline Donald from Pluto Press. Follow me on Twitter @emmalbriant <https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campai…> Virus-free. www.avast.com <https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campai…> <#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2>

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PhD and postdoc positions in a project on values in digital spheres
by Limor Shifman 18 Feb '19

18 Feb '19

*Five PhD and postdoc positions in a new ERC-funded project about values in social media! * If you are from the United States, South Korea, Japan, Italy, or Germany and interested in working on an exciting project for your PhD or postdoc studies (starting summer/fall 2019), this could be a terrific fit for you. The project examines how values are constructed in digital spheres through a comparative analysis of user-generated content in five languages. The positions are fully funded: up to 5 years for PhD students and 2 years (with an extension option) for postdoctoral students. The team will be based at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem (Dept. of communication) with trips to the relevant countries for interview purposes. Candidates with qualitative and/or quantitative training in the social sciences, humanities and computer science are encouraged to apply. For more information, see https://limorshifman.huji.ac.il.To start the application process, please send your CV to the principal investigator, Limor Shifman, at: *limor.shifman(a)mail.huji.ac.il* --------------------------------- Limor Shifman, PhD. Associate Professor, Department of Communication and Journalism The Hebrew University of Jerusalem

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Job Offer: Software Developer at the Max Planck Institute for Demographic Research
by MPIDR - Career 18 Feb '19

18 Feb '19

++++ apologies for cross postings ++++ The Max Planck Institute for Demographic Research (MPIDR) is recruiting a Software Developer to join the Laboratory of Digital and Computational Demography<http://demogr.mpg.de/en/laboratories/digital_and_computational_demography_5…>. The MPIDR is one of the leading demographic centers in the world. It is part of the Max Planck Society, a network of over 80 institutes that form Germany's premier basic-research organization. Max Planck Institutes have an established record of world-class, foundational research in the sciences, technology, and the humanities, and offer a unique environment that combines the best aspects of an academic setting and a research laboratory. The Profile The Laboratory of Digital and Computational Demography, headed by MPIDR Director Emilio Zagheni, is looking for candidates with a background in Software Development/Software Engineering, who will support scientific projects at MPIDR and collaborate closely with researchers on their implementation. Candidates are expected to have a solid knowledge of, and relevant experience with, at least some of the following: (i) low/mid-level programming languages (e.g., C, C++, C#, Java), (ii) high-level languages commonly used in the scientific community (e.g., Python and R) and related statistical/data science libraries, (iii) Web Development (Front-end and Back-end, APIs e.g. Facebook Marketing API), (iv) Mobile Application Development (Android, IOS), (v) Data Management (SQL) and High Performance Computing. A PhD in Computer Science, Informatics or a related discipline (or equivalent level of experience) is desirable. The successful candidate will work with an international team of scientists that are advancing the field of digital and computational demography. Her/his profile should include: (i) excellent communication skills, including high proficiency in written and spoken English; (ii) the ability to work in teams and to support the full life cycle of scientific projects from a software development perspective; (iii) an interest in deepening and expanding relevant knowledge and skills, and in coauthoring research articles or reports. The Position and Remuneration The position is full time (39 hours/week), to start as soon as possible. The contract is initially limited to 2 years, with the possibility of tenure. The MPIDR offers a competitive salary that starts at approx. 54,000 EUR gross per year depending on relevant experience (pay scale 14 TVöD Bund). Remuneration is based on the salary structure of the German public sector and includes employees' benefits in accordance with the rules of federal employees in Germany. The Institute has an excellent work environment and offers family-friendly work arrangements (flexible working hours, teleworking, and guaranteed places in day-care centers for children), occupational health promotion, and opportunities for continuous further training. Our institute values diversity and is committed to employing individuals from minorities. Individuals with severe disability are especially welcome to apply. Our Institute and the Max Planck Society also seek to increase the proportion of women in areas where they are underrepresented and therefore explicitly encourage women to apply. Application Materials Applications should be in English and include, in a single pdf document: (i) CV, (ii) a letter of motivation where you describe your relevant experience in the areas mentioned and why you are interested in joining MPIDR; (iii) contact details of two references. Please provide copies of certificates of education, other relevant certificates, and, if applicable, performance records. Review of applications will begin on March 14. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled, but preference will be given to those received by March 14. Please send your informative application using the following website link www.demogr.mpg.de/go/JobAd881283<http://www.demogr.mpg.de/go/JobAd881283>. For questions on the position, please contact Ms. Ulrike Liebich (sekzagheni(a)demogr.mpg.de<mailto:sekzagheni@demogr.mpg.de>). For information about the Institute, please use the following website link: www.demogr.mpg.de<http://www.demogr.mpg.de/>. ---------- This mail has been sent through the MPI for Demographic Research. Should you receive a mail that is apparently from a MPI user without this text displayed, then the address has most likely been faked. If you are uncertain about the validity of this message, please check the mail header or ask your system administrator for assistance.

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Job Offer: Post-Docs/ Research Scientists at the Max Planck Institute for Demographic Research
by MPIDR - Career 18 Feb '19

18 Feb '19

++++ apologies for cross postings ++++ The Max Planck Institute for Demographic Research (MPIDR) is recruiting highly qualified Post-Docs/Research Scientists, at various levels of seniority, to join the Laboratory of Digital and Computational Demography<http://demogr.mpg.de/en/laboratories/digital_and_computational_demography_5…>. MPIDR is one of the leading demographic centers in the world. It is part of the Max Planck Society, a network of 84 institutes that form Germany's premier basic-research organization. Max Planck Institutes have an established record of world-class, foundational research in the sciences, technology, social sciences and the humanities. They offer a unique environment that combines the best aspects of an academic setting and a research laboratory. The Lab of Digital and Computational Demography, headed by MPIDR Director Emilio Zagheni, is looking for candidates with a background in Demography, Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Economics, Sociology, Geography, Applied Mathematics, Public Health, Public Policy, or related disciplines. The successful candidate must have a PhD (or receive it soon) and is expected to conduct cutting-edge research that produces methodological advances in the field of Digital and Computational Demography and/or answers important questions in the following key substantive areas of demography: (i) Migration and mobility; (ii) generational and gender relationships; (iii) Environment and disease dynamics. The growing Lab of Digital and Computational Demography intends to bring together methodologists (from areas like Statistics, Computer Science or Mathematical Demography) with experts in areas of Social Sciences (e.g., Sociology, Geography, Economics, etc.) in order to favor cross-pollination of ideas, to advance methods and theory, and to address pressing societal questions. Examples of project areas relevant for the Lab include (but are not limited to): * Combining traditional data sources as well as those that emerge from the digitalization of our lives to study demographic processes, like migration, fertility, health and well-being, intergenerational relationships and gender disparities. * Developing innovative forms of data collection for demographic research (e.g., surveys via web and social media advertisement platforms, or data collected via sensors, tracking devices, mobile phone apps, or crowd-source approaches). * Developing simulation models of individual choices and population-level processes to produce new insights on demographic dynamics and advance population theory. * Evaluating the impact of the digitalization of our lives on demographic behavior and population processes. * Modeling, estimating and predicting the relationships between environmental change, demographic processes and disease dynamics. Applications (in English) have to be submitted online via www.demogr.mpg.de/go/JobAd396185<http://www.demogr.mpg.de/go/JobAd396185> and include the following documents: * Curriculum Vitae * Letter of interest (Max 1 page) Briefly state why you are interested in joining MPIDR, how MPIDR could foster your professional development and career trajectory, and in which ways your interests fit the research strengths of MPIDR. * Research Statement (Max 2 pages) Briefly describe your research accomplishments, as well as ongoing and future research plans. Please also describe your technical skills, areas of expertise, as well as the type of advanced training that you would like to receive as a research scientist. * Names and contact information for 3 academic references * One or two writing samples or publications In order to receive full consideration, applications should be received by March 14, 2019. The starting date is flexible, but no later than Fall 2019. Successful applicants will be offered a 3-year contract with remuneration commensurate to experience (starting from approx. 54,000 EUR gross per year for researchers who have just completed their PhD, up to approx. 74,000 EUR gross per year for more senior scientists), based on the salary structure of the German public sector (Öffentlicher Dienst, TVöD Bund). The Institute has an excellent work environment and offers family-friendly work arrangements (flexible working hours, teleworking, and guaranteed places in day-care centers for children), occupational health promotion, and opportunities for continuous further training. For inquiries about the positions, please contact sekzagheni(a)demogr.mpg.de<mailto:sekzagheni@demogr.mpg.de>. For information about the Institute, please use the following website link: www.demogr.mpg.de<http://www.demogr.mpg.de/>. Our institute values diversity and is committed to employing individuals from minorities. Individuals with severe disability are especially welcome to apply. Our Institute and the Max Planck Society also seek to increase the proportion of women in areas where they are underrepresented and therefore explicitly encourage women to apply. ---------- This mail has been sent through the MPI for Demographic Research. Should you receive a mail that is apparently from a MPI user without this text displayed, then the address has most likely been faked. If you are uncertain about the validity of this message, please check the mail header or ask your system administrator for assistance.

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I've heard a lot about this
by Julie Grinberg 18 Feb '19

18 Feb '19

Could be helpful http://ready.shorefamily.org <http://ready.shorefamily.org/> Julie Grinberg

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