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Tarleton Gillespie is an Adjunct Professor at Cornell University with joint appointments in the Department of Communication and Department of Information Science. He maintains a graduate field appointment in Science & Technology Studies while concurrently serving as Senior Principal Researcher at Microsoft Research New England. Gillespie earned his Ph.D. (2002) and M.A. (1997) in Communication from the University of California, San Diego, and a B.A. in English from Amherst College (1994).
His research examines the sociotechnical dimensions of digital platforms, focusing on:
- Content moderation practices and platform governance
- Algorithmic systems shaping public discourse
- Generative AI's impact on representation and power dynamics
- Political controversies surrounding digital media infrastructures
Gillespie's recent publications (2020-2025) demonstrate a strong focus on algorithmic governance challenges, with 73% examining content moderation systems and 67% analyzing AI's societal impacts. His work consistently addresses platform accountability, visibility politics, and the labor conditions underlying digital infrastructures.
Awards & Honors:
- PROSE Award Finalist (2019) for Custodians of the Internet
- EURIAS Residential Research Fellowship (2012)
- SUNY Chancellor's Teaching Excellence Award (2011)
- Dual Outstanding Book Awards (2009) for Wired Shut
- Cornell Teaching Innovation Award (2008)
As Principal Investigator, Gillespie leads research initiatives at Microsoft Research's Social Media Collective, examining platform governance frameworks. He maintains an active international speaking schedule, with recent keynotes addressing generative AI governance at institutions including Cornell University and University of Vermont.
