This research space focuses on public debates analyzing both discussions on social media and journalistic production to understand which are the most debated topics. These analyses can identify themes, assessing how they are discussed and tracking them in time and space. This research space analyses individuals’ discussion using data from online social networks in order to investigate topics that are relevant for society.
Societal Debates and Misinformation
How do people discuss on online social networks? Which users take part in the political debate and how?

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