QUT DMRC🏖️ Delegate registration is now open to attend the DMRC 2026 Summer School!
Please formally register for the Summer School here 👉 https://qut.to/dtop3. Registration will need to be completed by COB 19 December, 2025.
The full program will be released in the coming weeks, including updates posted regularly on the DMRC website - https://qut.to/3yjc7
DMRC researchers Dr. Ruari Elkington and Dr. Tess Van Hemert examined Australian cinemagoers' engagement with local films, revealing a stark contrast with French cinema. In 2023, Australian films made up just 2% of the box office, hindered by marketing, short runs, and audience uncertainty. In 2021, local films surged to 12% due to fewer Hollywood releases, proving demand exists and highlighting the need for stronger marketing, exhibition, & policy support. #QUTResearch 📑 https://www.qut.edu.au/news/realfocus/how-much-do-we-support-australian-made-cinema-maybe-we-should-take-a-lesson-from-the-french
The DMRC is collaborating with 360info to publish a series of articles exploring key challenges surrounding the upcoming Australian Federal Election.
The first article, published this week, by Professors Daniel Angus (QUT Digital Media Research Centre) and Mark Andrejevic (Monash University) explores dark ads' impact on democracy.
Read the full article here 👇https://360info.org/dark-ads-challenge-truth-and-our-democracy/
‘Dark ads’ challenge truth and our democracy - 360
Political inaction and big-tech’s reluctance to protect users leave Australians vulnerable to a murky world of digital misinformation going into the election. The rise of ‘dark advertising’ — personalised advertisements increasingly powered by artificial intelligence that evade public scrutiny — means Australians face a murky information landscape going into the federal election. It’s already happening […]
The DMRC proudly launches a photobook celebrating Townsville’s Creative Underground.
This initiative, led by PhD candidate Michael Bromage, helped participants gain new skills, build connections, and access employment opportunities, enriching life in FNQ.
Read more here 👇 https://eprints.qut.edu.au/254916/
Leading international communication conference ICA is kicking off on the Gold Coast this week, with over 30 members from QUT Digital Media Research Centre (DMRC) are presenting at the event from June 20-24. On Saturday, Distinguished Prof. Jean Burgess will keynote this years prestigious Steve Jones Internet Lecture on GenAI. Visit the DMRC booth in the trade area for more info and merch. Details: https://qut.to/aerwe #QUTResearch #ICA24
DMRC heavily represented at leading international communication conference - QUT Digital Media Research Centre
Thirty-two QUT Digital Media Research Centre (DMRC) staff and student members are among thousands of communication scholars presenting at the annual International Communication Association (ICA) conference. The ICA is the leading academic association for scholars in communication with over 5,000 members, and its annual conference...
This week, we kicked off the week-long program featuring inspiring and thought-provoking training by world leading researchers at the 2024 DMRC and ADM+S Summer School!
Continuing the inspiring and engaging program throughout the week across both QUT campuses, as well as welcoming virtual delegates across Tuesday and Wednesday. Stay tuned for more insights and updates throughout the week! #QUTResearch
Congratulations to DMRC’s Professor Axel Bruns @snurb, who has been elected a Fellow of the Australian Academy of Humanities for 2023! Election into the Australian Academy of Humanities recognises tremendous achievement in and contribution to the humanities in Australia, and is the highest honour within the humanities itself. Join us in congratulating Axel on this incredible achievement, and for his ongoing and exceptional contributions to the humanities in Australia. #QUTResearch
Join us at the DMRCs Transforming Media Industries Program at the Sustainable Labour Symposium on Friday 17 November. This day-long event will showcase two panels and a keynote address on the implications of machine learning for creative roles in these industries.
DATE: Friday 17 November, 2023
TIME: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
VENUE: QUT Kelvin Grove Campus, Z9 Block, Room 607
Register today and secure your place via the link below👇https://qut.to/s96iq #QUTResearch
Transforming Media Industries: Sustainable Labour Symposium - QUT Digital Media Research Centre
Join the DMRCs Transforming Media Industries Program at the Sustainable Labour Symposium on Friday 17 November, showcasing two panels with a focus on television/film and the games industry. This event will also welcome a keynote address from Dr. Mike Seymour from the University of Sydney on the implications of machine learning for...
Today is the final day to register your interest to join us at the 2024 Summer School!
EOI's close on Wednesday 25 October, 2023 11:59 AEST. REGISTER HERE 👉 https://qut.to/ksicd #qutresearch
The Digital Media Research Centre is heading to Woodford!
After the success of our panel at Woodford 2022, we're thrilled to announce that we've been invited back for a second year!
The DMRC is bringing 4 workshops and panels, which will delve into topics like AI, Political Polarisation, Climate Confusion in QLD, and much more.
More details about the DMRC’s panels and workshops coming soon. Get your tickets today via the link 👉 https://lnkd.in/gwtn-HaA #QUTResearch #Woodford2023