Latest news, impact and insights
Discover the latest news, research insights, publications, events and impact stories from the Institute for Digital Security and Behaviour.
Scroll on or step in - the digital bystander dilemma
Dr Anna Davidovic examines how and why people intervene or fail to intervene when they encounter harmful behaviour online.
Study reveals indirect mobilisation by Tommy Robinson
New research led by Darja Wischerath reveals how online influencers can mobilise support and legitimise harmful behaviour without issuing direct calls to action.
New research highlights dangers, directness, and purposes of online collective actions
A new paper by Cassie Lowery, Professor Laura Smith and Dr Lukas Meyer examines the dangers, directness and purposes of online collective actions, exploring how digital communities organise and mobilise.
Professor David Ellis on Smartphones, Social Media and Children’s Wellbeing
Professor David Ellis shares insights from his review of evidence on smartphones, social media and children’s wellbeing, exploring the implications for policy and public debate.
Why people join conspiracy communities: the role of belonging and identity
New research examines the social and behavioural factors behind conspiracy theories, highlighting the role of community, activism and belonging.
