Gillian Bolsover
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Dr. Gillian Bolsover is a leading scholar in the study of digital politics, computational propaganda, and internet governance, with a particular focus on China. Her most-cited work, “Computational Propaganda in China: An Alternative Model of a Widespread Practice” (2018), fundamentally challenges Western-centric narratives by demonstrating that China’s approach to online opinion manipulation is not merely a copy of foreign tactics but a distinct, state-integrated model. This research, with 13 citations, reveals how China’s sophisticated internet censorship and control systems create a unique environment for propaganda, diverging from the bot-driven disinformation seen in Western democracies. Dr. Bolsover’s contributions are pivotal for understanding how authoritarian states adapt digital tools for political stability, offering a nuanced counterpoint to global debates on misinformation. Her work has been influential in political communication and internet studies, providing essential insights for researchers examining the intersection of technology, censorship, and public discourse. Through her rigorous analysis, Dr. Bolsover has established herself as a critical voice in comparative digital politics, shaping how we understand propaganda beyond the Western context.
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