[Commlist] CFP: 2nd European Congress on Disinformation and Fact-Checking (hybrid)

*Announcing the 2nd European Congress on Disinformation and 
Fact-Checking, Madrid 29 - 30 October 2025 (hybrid)____*

/Madrid, Spain/ – Following the success of the inaugural event in 
November 2023, the 2nd European Congress on Disinformation and 
Fact-Checking is back and will take place on 29 - 30 October 2025 to 
convene experts, scholars, journalists, policymakers, and practitioners 
to address the evolving challenges of disinformation in Europe and 
beyond. Building upon the foundation laid by the first congress, which 
emphasized the multifaceted impact of disinformation and the importance 
of international collaboration, this year's event aims to further 
explore innovative strategies for combating false information and 
enhancing fact-checking practices.____

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*Call for abstracts*____

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Researchers and professionals from various disciplines are invited to 
contribute to the discourse on addressing dis/misinformation and 
proposing solutions for promoting reliable information. 
Interdisciplinary research that combines the expertise of tech and 
computer scientists with social scientists, as well as other 
disinformation-related professionals, is highly encouraged. Topics of 
interest for paper submissions include, but are not limited to:____

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  * Assessing the authenticity of online information in the age of
    deepfakes and synthetic media____
  * Evolving challenges posed by generative AI in disinformation and
    fact-checking____
  * Advanced strategies for debunking dis/misinformation in an AI-driven
    information landscape____
  * The role of social media platforms in amplifying fake news, rumors,
    and their societal impact____
  * New machine learning methods, evaluation techniques, and datasets
    for detecting dis/misinformation____
  * Enhancing media literacy to fight against manipulated content and
    deepfake misinformation____
  * Fact-checking automation: Opportunities and risks of AI-driven
    verification tools____
  * Dis/misinformation, political polarization, and its evolving
    influence on public opinion____
  * The impact of misinformation on global crises: Health, climate, and
    geopolitics____
  * Cognitive biases, psychological characteristics, and the spread of
    misinformation____
  * Ethical considerations in AI-assisted information verification____
  * Techniques for ensuring access to and retrieval of verified, genuine
    online information____
  * Case studies on disinformation and fact-checking explored across
    various fields, including the electoral process, public health,
    climate change, geopolitical conflicts, financial markets, and
    emerging technologies.____
  * Research and funding opportunities for combating disinformation and
    enhancing fact-checking____

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Authors of accepted abstracts will have the opportunity to present their 
work either online or in person during the congress. Additionally, they 
will be offered the chance to contribute to the book to be published by 
a renowned editorial.____

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For detailed submission instructions and deadlines, please visit the 
official Call for Abstracts page: 
https://www.disinformation.es/call-for-papers 
<https://www.disinformation.es/call-for-papers>____

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*About the Organizers*____

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The congress is organized by UC3M MediaLab 
<https://www.uc3m.es/ss/Satellite/GruposInvestigacion/en/Detalle/Organismo_C/1371313239212/1371325144011/Analytics,_Media_and_Public_Engagement:_Communication,_Journalism_and_Technology_Laboratory_>, 
with financial support from the Ministry of Science, Innovation and 
Universities in Spain. This collaboration underscores the commitment to 
fostering a media ecosystem that upholds transparency, accountability, 
and democratic values.____

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For more information about the congress, including program details and 
registration, please visit the official website: 
https://www.disinformation.es/2025EUCongressDISINFO 
<https://www.disinformation.es/2025eucongressdisinfo>____

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/Contact Information:/____

UC3M MediaLab - Office 17.2.23____

Madrid University Carlos III____

Calle Madrid 133____

Getafe, Madrid 28903 Spain____

Email: (info /at/ disinformation.es) <mailto:(info /at/ disinformation.es)>____

Phone: +34 916248608____

X: @UC3MediaLab


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