Fred Batista

Fred Batista is an Associate Professor in the Department of Political Science and Public Policy at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte (UNCC). His research focuses on political behavior, electoral dynamics, gender representation, and the impact of misinformation in democracies, particularly in Brazil. He is affiliated with Fretwell 435M and reachable at fbatist1@uncc.edu.

His work examines topics such as voter decision-making, the role of social media in political polarization, and the effects of crises (e.g., the pandemic) on public opinion and governance. Batista employs experimental methods and comparative analyses to study gender disparities in political participation, electoral systems, and the resilience of rumors in polarized contexts.

Notable contributions include analyzing Brazil’s 2018 and 2022 elections, the effects of cash transfers on presidential approval, and the backlash faced by female politicians accused of corruption. His research often bridges electoral behavior, media studies, and public policy.

Batista has no listed scientific awards but maintains an active publication record. He has not disclosed advisees or grants in the provided materials.

His research frequently engages with Brazil’s political landscape, exploring themes like misinformation detection, gender quotas, and the interplay between media consumption and pandemic responses.