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ADM+S Centre @admscentre.org.au · 14h

Are you 16–24, use social media daily & want to help researchers understand how online ads shape what we see? ADM+S researchers are seeking young Australians to take part in a study on digital advertising on platforms like Facebook, Insta, TikTok, & YouTube. Find out more https://bit.ly/3KGB9kY

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T.J. Thomson @tjthomson.bsky.social · 6d

👁️🤖 How do humans and computers "see"? That's the question driving my latest research, published in @viscomjournal.bsky.social. This study evaluates how computers process images and which specific #visualstyle elements across 3 dimensions computer vision regards as important and which it does not.

A pixelated image of a face with computer-generated overlays that label facial features along with confidence scores. Image by Elise Racine / Better Images of AI

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ADM+S Centre @admscentre.org.au · 7d

NDIS reform: From mid-2026, participants over 16 face new interviews instead of medical reports. Experts warn without real consultation, participants could be reduced to data points The Conversation AUNZ http://bit.ly/4nZo58t
#NDIS #DisabilitySupport #PolicyChange #InclusiveAustralia

How people are assessed for the NDIS is changing. Here’s what you need to know

Instead of collecting evidence and submitting reports, participants will have an interview with an assessor that lasts up to three hours.

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ADM+S Centre @admscentre.org.au · 8d

ADM+S researcher @tjthomson.bsky.social and colleagues discuss the key literacies of Generative AI in this new @theconversation.com article.
They argue that: “Learning AI means keeping pace with constant change.”
More: bit.ly/3WhrmnI

#GenAI #GenerativeAI #AI

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ADM+S Centre @admscentre.org.au · 8d

The October edition of the ADM+S Newsletter is here. It includes our latest reports on major community-engaged research projects, policy submissions, journal publications, videos & more https://mailchi.mp/rmit/xiao9risv9-17446335
#AI #Automation #DigitalSociety #Research

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ADM+S Centre @admscentre.org.au · 10d

On #InternationalPodcastDay explore how AI + automated decision-making are shaping everyday life with the ADM+S Podcast: Automated Societies. Tune into conversations with experts on how AI & automated decision-making are shaping everyday life https://open.spotify.com/show/0nZf2aMklBKmnaRDMGRkPU

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ADM+S Centre @admscentre.org.au · 15d

@kathynickels.bsky.social @tilknowles.bsky.social

ADM+S Centre @admscentre.org.au · 15d

Today we celebrate our extraordinary professional team, whose commitment and dedication make the remarkable achievements of ADM+S researchers possible. Our professional team spans across 8 Australian partner universities. #ResearchAdministratorsDay

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ADM+S Centre @admscentre.org.au · 21d

@jakegoldenfein.bsky.social @fanyang.bsky.social @kimweatherall.bsky.social @nicsuzor.bsky.social @linaprzhedetsky.bsky.social

ADM+S Centre @admscentre.org.au · 21d

A new ADM+S Submission is available on APO for the Productivity Commission Pillar 3: Harnessing data and digital technology Interim Report.

🔗 Read the submission: apo.org.au/node/332205

#AIpolicy #PrivacyRegulation #ResponsibleAI

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ADM+S Centre @admscentre.org.au · 22d

New article from The Conversation by ADM+S researcher @tjthomson.bsky.social with Samuel Cornell (UNSW). They explore the consequences for young people when consuming violent and disturbing viral content on social media.

#viralvideos #socialmediaharms

🔗 Read more: bit.ly/466Ui7Q

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ADM+S Centre @admscentre.org.au · 29d

@antmandan.bsky.social @markandrejevic.bsky.social @nnniccc.bsky.social @kateeuph.bsky.social @gisellenewton.bsky.social @abdulkarimobeid.bsky.social @linaprzhedetsky.bsky.social @nedwatt.bsky.social

ADM+S Centre @admscentre.org.au · 29d

New ADM+S submission: Research ahead of the 2025 Federal Election reveals astroturfing is mainstream in climate & energy debates. Calls for stronger laws, transparency & platform accountability to protect democracy.
Read more bit.ly/41MbRYn
#PoliticalAdvertising #Astroturfing #DigitalTransparency

ADM+S submission to the Senate Select Committee on Information Integrity on Climate Change and Energy

This submission to the Senate Select Committee on Information Integrity on Climate Change and Energy draws on research conducted ahead of the 2025 Australian Federal Election to track political advert...

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ADM+S Centre @admscentre.org.au · Sep 9

A new research-backed digital platform, led by Prof Kath Albury, has been developed to help health professionals & communities navigate the overwhelming & often unreliable online information about sexual & reproductive health by building digital & data capabilities @katha.bsky.social
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From ‘Doctor Google’ to Data-Driven Care: The Future of Digital Health Literacy - ADM+S Centre

A new research-backed digital platform, led by Prof Kath Albury, has been developed to help health professionals and communities navigate the overwhelming and often unreliable online information about...

www.admscentre.org.au

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ADM+S Centre @admscentre.org.au · Sep 8

Featuring @katha.bsky.social @floreani.bsky.social and guest presenters from across the sector, @muyiiyamu.bsky.social Melanie Bissessor, Caitlin Learmonth, Daniel Reeders, Amy Tong, and Jess Wilms.

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ADM+S Centre @admscentre.org.au · Sep 8

Join us online Thurs 11 Sept for the launch of the Digital Capabilities for Sexual & Reproductive Health Final Report & Website. Featuring leading voices across sexual health, policy, advocacy & community.
👉 admscentre.org/DDCSRH-Launch
#DigitalHealth #SexualHealth

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ADM+S Centre @admscentre.org.au · Sep 8

The September edition of the ADM+S Newsletter is out. Explore the latest ADM+S research, news, publications, and events
admscentre.org/September-news

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Jean Burgess @jeanburgess.bsky.social · Sep 1

We just released a *big* working paper on Voice AI and Authenticity as part of the ARC CoE for Automated Decision-Making and Society @admscentre.org.au

It surveys the history of the tech, emerging issues, and what can be done

Check it out at Australian Policy Online here:
apo.org.au/node/331920

apo.org.au

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ADM+S Centre @admscentre.org.au · Sep 1

@jeanburgess.bsky.social @domcarlon.bsky.social @amccosker.bsky.social @antmandan.bsky.social @jakegoldenfein.bsky.social @silmonn.bsky.social @riedlinm.bsky.social @nedwatt.bsky.social

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ADM+S Centre @admscentre.org.au · Aug 31

Voice technologies are being rapidly integrated into AI systems, raising new questions & intensifying old ones, across everyday life. This paper surveys the history & current developments, highlighting emerging responses in real-world settings. apo.org.au/node/331920 #AI #VoiceTech #Authenticity

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ADM+S Centre @admscentre.org.au · Aug 29

Today ADM+S proudly celebrates Wear It Purple Day. A day that strives to foster supportive, safe, empowering and inclusive environments for rainbow young people
#WearItPurple #Inclusion #DiversityMatters

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ADM+S Centre @admscentre.org.au · Aug 22

@ashwinnag.bsky.social @kkasianenko.bsky.social @olegzendel.bsky.social

ADM+S Centre @admscentre.org.au · Aug 22

As AI reshapes how we search, they’re no longer just tools for finding, they’re turning into engines for answering, filtering, and even shaping what we know. Read more in this latest ADM+S Medium article bit.ly/4mCMPmL #SearchEngines #AI #DigitalSociety

How Search Engines Work: Components and Mechanics of Search Engines

Authors: Ashwin Nagappa, Kateryna Kasianenko, Shir Weinbrand & Oleg Zendel

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ADM+S Centre @admscentre.org.au · Aug 21

New ADM+S Podcast episode: PhD researcher Samantha @floreani.bsky.social explores her study on the growing influence of digital technologies in the residential real estate sector.

🎧 Listen now: admscentre.org/461k5OE

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ADM+S Centre @admscentre.org.au · Aug 20

AI “companions” offer comfort to some but raise serious risks.
ADM+S researcher Henry Fraser warns: “We’ve seen chatbots encourage harm… what you can break now is much more tangible. A more sober, responsible attitude is desperately needed.” #AIethics #AIcompanions bit.ly/4fMFVc6

Can AI ‘companions’ replace real friendships?

Sarah Ferguson presents Australia's premier daily current affairs program, delivering agenda-setting public affairs journalism and interviews that hold the powerful to account. Plus political analysis...

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