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Professor Kate Wright holds a personal chair in Media and Communications at the University of Edinburgh's School of Social and Political Science. Her award-winning research focuses on the intersections of journalism, digital media, and artificial intelligence within political contexts, emphasizing political economy, media governance, and production practices. Wright employs a qualitative and policy-oriented perspective across multiple regions, contributing significantly to the understanding of media ethics and political communication. Her UKRI-funded project examines the implementation of responsible AI in public service media across regions including Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, Europe, and Oceania. Wright's significant contributions to interdisciplinary teaching have resulted in the development of courses designed to equip students with critical insights into the evolving political and technological landscapes impacting media practices. She is a founding co-lead of an interdisciplinary research cluster and has been involved with various institutions, including the University of Cambridge. Wright’s editorial roles in leading communications journals and her advisory work for policymakers in over 50 countries reflect her stature in the field. Her research has broadened the understanding of how media interacts with democracy in contexts of humanitarian crises and democratic backsliding.
University of Edinburgh • Edinburgh, Scotland
Holds a personal chair focusing on Media and Communications specializing in journalism and media ethics.
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