Genavee Brown

Genavee Brown is an academic at Northumbria University, focusing on the sociopsychological impacts of technology on human relationships. Her work examines how digital tools like social media influence communication, particularly in maintaining and developing friendships, and explores topics such as online misogyny, emoticon usage across cultures, and LGBTQ+ interactions in virtual spaces. She supervises PhD student Jordan Dawson on combating online misogyny through privacy controls and automated detection systems. Her research also addresses distractions from mobile phones in face-to-face interactions and their effects on romantic and platonic relationships.

Key research themes include technology-mediated communication, queer digital experiences, and the psychological effects of social media engagement. Recent studies highlight her contributions to understanding power dynamics on platforms, gender diversity challenges, and the design of interventions to mitigate harmful online behaviors. While no awards are explicitly listed, her active research portfolio reflects a commitment to addressing contemporary societal challenges through interdisciplinary approaches.