Eugène Loos

Eugène Loos is an Associate Professor of Public Administration and Organizational Science at Utrecht University, affiliated with the strategic themes 'Governing the Digital Society' and 'Dynamics of Youth'. His research investigates media literacy's role in ensuring accessible digital information across generations, with focus on combating disinformation and visual ageism.

Key projects include international studies on fake news resilience strategies, analyses of ChatGPT's educational implications, and examinations of age-representation in digital media. Developed a toolkit addressing COVID-19 misinformation through legal-technological-educational measures.

Publications explore generational technology use patterns, AI ethics in education, and critical analyses of aging representations in media. Recent work examines cartoon depictions of elderly sexuality and ChatGPT's potential for combating website ageism.

Coordinates the Master 'Organising Social Impact' program and teaches stakeholder communication strategies in the executive Master 'Management of Public Issues'. Previously held the special chair 'Old and new media in an ageing society' at University of Amsterdam (2009-2019).

Serves as Associated Editor for Frontiers in Human Dynamics and Editorial Board Member for Societies journal.