1st year CDT student

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Disinformation is an emerging global issue that threatens democracy and societal stability. It often usesnarratives that align with pre-existing beliefs shaped by cultural, historical, and political contexts andnational identities.My research seeks to gain an in-depth understanding of these contexts in smaller, more vulnerablecountries. The primary aim is to understand the impact of disinformation campaigns on public perception,decision-making, and behaviour in these nations and to identify how different cultural and historicalcontexts are used. Additionally, longitudinal studies will be conducted to observe the evolution ofdisinformation narratives over time, with a focus on how international and domestic events influence thesenarratives, using computational methods such as social media analysis. Ultimately, my research willdevelop and test possible strategies to counter disinformation in smaller countries.The expected contributions of this research include a deeper theoretical understanding of howdisinformation operates in diverse cultural and political settings, as well as practical strategies formitigating its effects. This research aims to provide valuable insights for policymakers, mediaorganisations, and civil society in their efforts to combat disinformation.