Thought Leadership

College of Information Science faculty members are at the forefront of research and innovation, shaping the future of information.

Here, we highlight their pioneering work, showcasing insights that drive progress in fields such as artificial intelligence, data science, digital media and ethics, information science and technology, extended and virtual reality, and much more. If you'd like regular InfoSci thought leadership via email, sign up for our e-newsletter.

Exploring Mobile App Updates: An International Study on User Behavior and Adoption

Tuesday

In the ever-evolving landscape of mobile technology, understanding how users adopt new app versions is crucial for developers. U of A's Xuan Lu has contributed significantly to this field through a collaborative, international study on the adoption of “recurrent innovations,” focusing on mobile app updates.

A Student’s Story Led to Award-Winning Information Science Research on Women Gamers’ Responses to Misogyny

Sept. 10, 2024

Misogyny is an everyday adversary for women gamers. Information science, led by student storytelling and research guided by Associate Professor of Practice Diana Daly, shows how they build a community to overcome it.

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Can AI Deepfakes Be Legislated? InfoSci Professor Bryan Heidorn Provides Insight for Tucson CBS Affiliate

Aug. 15, 2024

Artificial intelligence-generated deepfakes are a growing problem for elected officials and citizens alike. A new Arizona law hopes to tackle AI deepfakes, and College of Information Science Professor Bryan Heidorn provides insight in a recent KOLD News 13 story.

The Value of Academic Extended Reality and Games Research to Industry: A Look Inside the University of Arizona XRG Lab

Aug. 12, 2024

By fostering an environment where curiosity drives research and collaboration bridges disciplines, the Extended Reality and Games Lab not only advances academic knowledge but also provides valuable insights and innovations to industry.

Balancing Innovation with Oversight: College of Information Science Professor Barney Maccabe on AI Regulation

April 30, 2024

In an era where artificial intelligence increasingly intersects with everyday life, the discussion around its regulation has intensified. A recent article in Information Week, "Should Government Be Allowed to Regulate AI?", explores this contentious issue, featuring insights from the College of Information Science's Barney Maccabe.

From AI to VR, Annual College of Information Science Research Blitz Showcases Latest Faculty Research

Feb. 16, 2024

Each spring semester, College of Information Science faculty gather to present the latest on their information-related research. In January 2024, 11 College of Information Science faculty members showcased their interdisciplinary research and creative scholarship. Learn more and watch the video.

Information and Knowledge: Acclaimed Media Ecologist Jack Myers Offers Industry Insight in Theories of New Media Course

Dec. 18, 2023

“Media surrounds us in all parts of our lives—and has become more pervasive,” says Jack Myers, a College of Information Science lecturer and instructor of ESOC 314: Theories of New Media, an engaging seminar offered to undergraduate students in Spring 2024.