Key research themes
1. How can text mining techniques be applied to detect and categorize hate speech, particularly Islamophobia, on social media platforms?
This research area focuses on using text mining and sentiment analysis methodologies to systematically identify, document, and categorize hate speech and Islamophobic discourse in user-generated content on social networks. Given the rise of social media as a major communication channel, understanding and mitigating digital hate speech is critical for social cohesion and digital communication studies. This theme addresses the challenges of operationalizing hate speech definitions, developing automated classification systems, and contributing to interdisciplinary digital media research.
2. What roles did intercultural exchange and scholarly networks play in the dissemination and reception of Renaissance philosophical ideas in Central Europe?
This area investigates the historical movement and influence of Renaissance philosophical texts, especially those of Marsilio Ficino, across regions such as Hungary and Italy. It particularly explores the formation, interruption, and revival of intellectual networks and the factors that affected the reception, interpretation, and legacy of Neoplatonic ideas. Studies emphasize manuscript circulation, academies, poetry, and educational institutions as mediums for cultural transfer and transformation.
3. How do public art programs engage with urban social spaces and communities to redefine contemporary public sphere dynamics?
This theme explores the evolving function of public art as a mediator between urban environments and social dynamics. It examines curatorial strategies, community engagement, and interdisciplinary methodologies applied in large-scale public art collections and urban redevelopment projects. The focus is on how public art initiatives foster dialogue, inclusivity, and reimagination of shared spaces by intersecting aesthetics, social practices, and public policies.