
Connor Davidson
Higher Degree by Research Candidate
School of Computer and Mathematical Sciences
Faculty of Sciences, Engineering and Technology
Have you ever wondered if the content from the social media platforms you use might influence how you think or act?
That question is the crux of my research: To what extent do the recommender systems and algorithms of social media platforms influence their users' beliefs, behaviours, attitudes and opinions? By utilising mathematical models, simulations, and real-world data, we can answer that question and develop some ways that social media platforms and government agencies may combat the increasing polarisation in society.
Plus, this is a good way to utilise my BA in social media and my chronic addiction to TikTok.
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Language Competency English Can read, write, speak, understand spoken and peer review -
Education
Date Institution name Country Title 2025 - 2028 University of Adelaide Australia PhD (Mathematics) 2024 - 2024 Curtin University Australia Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Mathematical Sciences) 2019 - 2023 Curtin University Australia Bahcelor of Science, Arts (Mathematics, Digitial and Social Media) -
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