Monika Fratczak

Dr. Monika Fratczak is a Teaching Associate in the Department of Sociological Studies at the University of Sheffield, specializing in digital sociology and data ethics. She holds a PhD in Sociology from the University of Sheffield and has previously held research roles on projects like Patterns in Practice (AHRC-funded) and Living with Data (Nuffield-funded).

• PhD in Sociology (University of Sheffield, UK)
• MA Sociology (Adam Mickiewicz University, Poland)
• BA Sociology (Adam Mickiewicz University, Poland)

Her research focuses on digital media, AI, data visualization, emotions, and political participation. She explores how data visualizations influence emotional responses and democratic engagement, particularly in climate change contexts. Her recent publications analyze data fairness, AI ethics in education, and the role of imagination in public data debates.

Key scientific achievements include her Associate Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (2021) and the Rector’s Award for top MA student (2012). She has contributed to journals like Big Data and Society and Significance, and participated in the Aurora Women in Higher Education Leadership Programme (2023).

Monika serves as the Ethics Lead for the 2023/2024 academic year and has reviewed for international conferences such as AoIR. Her work bridges sociology, data science, and digital education, emphasizing ethical frameworks for emerging technologies.