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Bath Institute for Digital Security and Behaviour
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The purpose of the Institute is to solve global security challenges through world-leading, interdisciplinary, socio-technical research that co-creates inclusive security solutions by adopting a “whole of society” approach. https://www.idsb.ac.uk/
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Looks like the Brits are trying to scoop up researchers looking to leave the US. If that someone is you, Bath is lovely, and @idsbbath.bsky.social is a great new spot to land: www.ukri.org/news/uk-laun...
UK launches scheme to attract world class researchers
A new initiative has been launched to attract and support the relocation of outstanding international researchers and research teams to the UK.
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July 2, 2025 at 2:32 PM
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Visit our photography exhibition at Brunel Square until 24 June to explore the everyday experiences of people with dementia as they navigate public transport.

The exhibition is a result of an research project led by Dr James Fletcher and @idsbbath.bsky.social, funded by @wellcometrust.bsky.social.
June 18, 2025 at 8:42 AM
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Bath is now home to a powerful outdoor photo exhibition capturing the experiences of people with dementia as they navigate public transport. The research was led by Dr James Fletcher @idsbbath.bsky.social, shedding light on accessibility through their eyes
www.bath.ac.uk/announcement...
June 11, 2025 at 1:11 PM
Upcoming event: Community Conversations with the University of Bath

🗓 Tuesday 3 June 2025 | 🕔 17:00–18:30

📍 Bath Pavilion

Meet University leadership and explore digital research from the IDSB.

☕ Refreshments provided | 🎟 Register here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/community-...
Community Conversations with the University of Bath
The Vice-Chancellor, Chair of Council and President of the Students' Union invite you to Community Conversations with the University of Bath
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May 29, 2025 at 1:03 PM
📱 What does it mean to grow up in a world where technology is always on, always present, and always evolving? Join us on 14 May, 14:30–15:30 at the Bath Digital Festival for a thought-provoking panel.
May 12, 2025 at 11:52 AM
🧠 Working with #AI? Join us for a hands-on workshop at the Bath Digital Festival!

📅 14 May | 🕐 13:00–14:00
Register: www.eventbrite.com/e/bias-and-t...
May 8, 2025 at 11:05 AM
Step into the future of digital security and behaviour at the Bath Digital Festival!

Join us on 14 May, 9:30–11:30, for our Space Showcase — a hands-on experience with cutting-edge research and tools developed by our team.
May 8, 2025 at 11:04 AM
There is still some time to visit our booth (F19) at #CyberUK25!
May 8, 2025 at 11:00 AM
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The University is named as a Policing Academic Centre of Excellence to improve connections between researchers and police forces and provide rapid response to operational challenges. Led by @katiemaras.bsky.social and including Dr Olivia Brown @idsbbath.bsky.social
www.bath.ac.uk/announcement...
May 8, 2025 at 9:30 AM
We will attend the Bath Digital Festrival on the 14th of May! Check out our events below:

9:30–11:30 Space Showcase
13.00-14.00 Bias and the art of AI systems development
14.00-15.30 Growing up and being in the digital age

Click on the link below for more 👇
www.bath.ac.uk/announcement...
University of Bath showcasing innovations at the Bath Digital Festival
The Bath Digital Festival is taking place from 13 to 15 May to explore, learn, and celebrate advancements in the digital and tech industries.
www.bath.ac.uk
May 7, 2025 at 1:20 PM
First day of #CyberUK25!

Meet Prof Adam Joinson at Booth 19 and play our famous Threats and Trade-offs board game 🎲 and learn about the value in our research and how we can help you shape policy and provide rapid response to emerging problems n the field of #national #security.
May 7, 2025 at 11:44 AM
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Representatives from the @idsbbath.bsky.social are speaking and exhibiting at #CyberUK 2025 in Manchester this week!

The IDSB brings together expertise in social and data science to tackle evolving digital security challenges.

www.idsb.ac.uk

#UniversityOfBath #Research #DigitalSecurity #CyberUK25
May 7, 2025 at 8:13 AM
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The University of Bath will be attending this year's Bath Digital Festival on the 14 and 15 May.

Join us for insightful workshops, showcases, and thought-provoking panel discussions from @camera-bath.bsky.social @idsbbath.bsky.social and the Bath Institute for the Augmented Human.
May 2, 2025 at 3:59 PM
Heading to hashtag#CYBERUK2025? If you’re attending, visit us at Booth F19!

We are also proud to share that Emma Woodward, IDSB Researcher, will be speaking at the session:
“Technical Masterclass – Research for Better Cyber Defence”
📅 8 May 2025, 9:30 AM – 10:45 AM
www.cyberuk.uk/2025/Full_Ag...
May 1, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Dr. Alicia Wanless, IDSB Bath International Visiting Fellow, will be talking about the role of information environments today at 14:00 at the University of Bath. 🎉
April 9, 2025 at 8:28 AM
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Join @idsbbath.bsky.social this Wednesday for a talk with Dr. Alicia Wanless on understanding the information environment and tackling issues related to technology and disinformation.

bit.ly/3FPOeps

#information #lecture #disinformation
April 7, 2025 at 8:56 AM
Dr. Alicia Wanless, IDSB Bath International Visiting Fellow, will be talking about the role of information environments on Wednesday 14:00 at the University of Bath.

Register here: bit.ly/4ciYPW8
April 7, 2025 at 7:29 AM
Study Finds That Digital Technology and AI Can Support Workers with Dementia

James Fletcher and Olivia Brown in their study argue that if organizations adapt and deploy digital technologies, they can help individuals with dementia continue their employment.

www.bath.ac.uk/announcement...
March 28, 2025 at 10:11 AM
TikTok is flooded with misinformation about ADHD! 📱⚠️ Researchers found that over two-thirds of videos are wrongly linked to ADHD.

Prof. David Ellis warns that medical misinformation may be even worse for mental health issues.

📰 Read more: bit.ly/425lPTZ
Popular TikTok videos about ADHD are full of misinformation
The top 100 videos about ADHD on TikTok feature many claims that psychologists consider inaccurate, but students often identify misleading videos as helpful
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March 26, 2025 at 11:13 AM
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Read @uniofbath.bsky.social Professor David Ellis's @davidaellis.bsky.social @idsbbath.bsky.social expert comment in this @newscientist.com article by @stokel.bsky.social on how #TikTok videos about #ADHD are full of misinformation institutions.newscientist.com/article/2472...
March 20, 2025 at 3:39 PM
@drlivbrown.bsky.social, Deputy Director of IDSB and Associate Professor at @uniofbath.bsky.social recently appeared on BBC Breakfast and This Morning to discuss the radical online content and impact on young people.

Watch the interviews here: www.idsb.ac.uk/onlinemediaa...
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March 20, 2025 at 1:25 PM
IDSB Deputy Director, Dr Olivia Brown, discussing on This Morning the harmful online content hidden in memes and emojis. 👇
Associate Professor in Digital Futures at the University of Bath Dr Olivia Brown appeared on This Morning today to discuss #Adolescence and how parents should talk to their children about #OnlineHarm.

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March 19, 2025 at 8:16 AM
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Dr Olivia Brown researches online radicalisation and extremism, looking at the impact of harmful online content in the real world. She is deputy director of @idsbbath.bsky.social working to understand how we can better protect children and wider society from toxic social media.
March 18, 2025 at 3:14 PM
IDSB Deputy Director, Dr. Olivia Brown, joins This Morning to discuss the hidden dangers of harmful online content in memes and emojis. 👇
WATCH @drlivbrown.bsky.social on @thismorningitv.bsky.social talking about harmful teen emoji use, following #Adolesence on @netflixuk.bsky.social

"It's much harder for young people to avoid harmful content than seek it out"

Lead item at www.itv.com/watch/this-m...

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March 18, 2025 at 3:36 PM
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WATCH @drlivbrown.bsky.social on @thismorningitv.bsky.social talking about harmful teen emoji use, following #Adolesence on @netflixuk.bsky.social

"It's much harder for young people to avoid harmful content than seek it out"

Lead item at www.itv.com/watch/this-m...

@idsbbath.bsky.social
March 18, 2025 at 2:05 PM