Dr. Jasmine Mcnealy

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Jasmine McNealy is an attorney and critical public interest technologist whose research focuses on the intersection of emerging media, technology, and law. As a Faculty Associate at the Berkman Klein Center for Internet & Society, she investigates surveillance literacy, anti-surveillance tactics, and their implications for marginalized communities. McNealy has contributed significantly to discussions on AI-driven health messaging and has explored its impact on public health communications in Africa, particularly concerning vaccine hesitancy and maternal health issues. Her work often highlights the importance of justice and equity in technology policy discussions, as she engages with various themes surrounding digital colonialism, misinformation, and the future of journalism. She is known for moderating conversations on pressing topics, including climate crisis solutions and the ethical dimensions of algorithmic systems.

Research Interests

Experience

Faculty Associate

2019-01-11 — Present

Berkman Klein Center for Internet & Society • Cambridge, MA

Conducts research on technology policy, focusing on the legal implications of emerging media.

Requirements for Harvard University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a technical or quantitative field
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Specialization Notes

Administered by the Harvard Kenneth C. Griffin Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (GSAS).