Agile Science – Research in Sprints? – With Samuel T. Simon

Agile Science – Research in Sprints? – With Samuel T. Simon

In this episode of CAISzeit, host Dr. Matthias Begenat talks with Samuel T. Simon about agility in science. Together, they discuss how research can be organized step by step with agile methods help, without losing depth and scientific thoroughness. They also take a look at experimental formats and tools that can structure processes and create space for interdisciplinary research.

Hidden Rules, Visible Consequences: Who Moderates Our Timeline?

Billions of pieces of content are published on social media every day – including hate speech, incitements to violence, and racist remarks. Dr. Matthias Begenat speaks with Anna Ricarda Luther, David Hartmann, and Prof. Hendrik Heuer about how such content is identified, moderated, and assessed with the help of artificial intelligence – and why some posts are taken down while others remain online.

Agile Science – Research in Sprints? – With Samuel T. Simon

Exploring the Darknet: Between Safe Haven, Crime, and Conspiracy Theories

In this episode of CAISzeit, host Dr. Matthias Begenat speaks with Dr. Marco Wähner, postdoctoral researcher at CAIS, about the fascination, functions, and misconceptions surrounding the Darknet. Together, they take a scientifically grounded look at the hidden layers of the internet and explore the Darknet’s role in protecting freedom of speech, as well as its use in spreading conspiracy theories.