Balkan Disinformation Summit 2024, Michael Beam – USA

Dr. Michael Beam is Director and Associate Professor in the interdisciplinary School of Emerging Media and Technology at Kent State University in Ohio, USA. He also holds an appointment in the School of Communication Studies. His research investigates the impact of media systems on political polarization and the creation, display, and processing of information. Michael teaches courses in new communication technologies, media effects, political communication, and quantitative research methods.

His interest in communication research stems from his experience in the media and information technology fields. Before becoming a professor, he spent over a decade working as a computer systems administrator and network technologist. He also worked as a producer and engineer in community radio for over 20 years.