EDMO training series for researchers on conducting empirical research on online disinformation: research using large-scale data and current toolkits for accessing platform data

Academic & Research Partnerships at Meta: Products and datasets to support independent academic research

The first session of EDMO’s training series on conducting empirical research on online disinformation will provide an introduction to the Academic & Research Partnerships team at Meta and focus on Meta’s datasets and products to support independent academic research.

Topics covered:

• Overview of Academic & Research Partnerships team and their role in supporting independent researchers in studying
• Meta’s impact on society
• Overview of current datasets and products to support independent academic research
• Forthcoming products for independent researchers
• Opportunity for discussion

Applications now open

The training session is open to research organisations interested in conducting independent research on Meta’s impact on society. Applications will be accepted on a first come first served basis while ensuring a balanced representation across gender, nationality, and institutional lines.

The deadline for applications is Monday 28 November.