ALBA SILVA RODRIGUEZ

Alba Silva Rodriguez is a Professor at the University of Santiago de Compostela's Faculty of Communication Sciences, affiliated with the Department of Communication Sciences and the Institute of Studies and Development of Galicia (IDEGA). She holds a Doctorate from the same institution (2014), focusing on 'Cybermedia on mobile devices' under Professors Xosé López García and Manuel Gago Mariño. Her research emphasizes digital media innovation, mobile journalism, media trust, and disinformation regulation.

Her academic work spans over 50 publications, including studies on the Fourth Industrial Revolution's impact on journalism, audience-centered content strategies, and fact-checking methodologies. Key contributions address mobile media's role in journalism education, cross-border media collaboration, and the evolution of digital native media ecosystems. Silva Rodriguez actively participates in international conferences and editorial boards, advocating for ethical practices in emerging media landscapes.

• Education: Doctorate in Communication Sciences (2014), University of Santiago de Compostela
• Research Focus: Mobile Journalism, Digital Media Innovation, Media Law, Fact-Checking, Audience Engagement
• Affiliations: IDEGA, European Journalism Training Association

Her recent work (2023-2025) explores global legislative frameworks against misinformation and the transformative role of mobile technologies in reshaping journalistic narratives and audience interactions. Silva Rodriguez also contributes to policy discussions on media identity and the ethical use of AI in news production.