The growth of artificial intelligence data centers has raised questions about energy use and community impact. This project addresses that issue by developing an interactive demonstration based on interrupted time series analysis. The system allows users to explore changes in energy consumption over time alongside related data and context. The goal is to improve understanding…

Short-form social media platforms can influence user perceptions and relationships with content creators, but the extent of this effect is not well understood. This project addresses that question by analyzing parasocial development across platforms such as TikTok, YouTube Shorts and Instagram Reels. The study uses an AI-based persona to simulate user behavior and applies survey-based…

The increasing use of artificial intelligence in the workplace has led to workforce changes that can be difficult to assess and interpret. This project addresses that issue by examining how organizations communicate layoffs related to AI adoption. The research analyzes common language used in corporate messaging and explores how AI systems are integrated into roles…

As artificial intelligence is increasingly used in decision-making, interface design can influence how users interpret and trust its recommendations. This project addresses that challenge by studying how humanlike design features affect user reliance on AI advice. The research compares anthropomorphic and tool-like interfaces in simulated decision scenarios to evaluate differences in trust and behavior. The…