Dmitry Erokhin, a research scholar at IIASA, examines how digitalization shapes public discourse, with a particular focus on misinformation, conspiracy narratives, and online behavior during crises and disasters. He has published on topics such as climate change disinformation, disaster risk communication, conspiracy theories on social media, and the role of AI and digital tools in managing misinformation. Prof. Nadejda Komendantova, a senior research scholar at IIASA, studies how digital environments affect public trust, legitimacy, and decision-making, especially around climate and risk misinformation. Her work examines the ethics and governance of AI in public communication, including how recommender systems and automated content shape polarization and engagement. She leads interdisciplinary projects that turn research into practical guidance for policymakers, supporting credible and inclusive digital-era governance.