Research
Exploring Media, Communication, Technology & Society
Professor Chris Chinwe Ulasi’s research examines the ways communication and media shape society, culture, politics, identity, and development, with a particular focus on Nigeria, Africa, and the African diaspora.
- Communication
- Media
- Technology
- Culture
- Society
Areas of Research
Media & Communication
Research into communication systems, media institutions, journalism, broadcasting, and the relationship between media and society.
AI & Digital Media
Exploring artificial intelligence, digital platforms, algorithms, media ethics, and the changing communication environment.
Africa & the Diaspora
Research examining African communities, diaspora identity, migration, culture, and communication across borders.
Media & Politics
Investigating political communication, media power, democracy, public discourse, and social transformation.
Film & Storytelling
Research and creative inquiry into filmmaking, representation, narrative, access, and the distribution of African stories.
Culture & Identity
Exploring cultural representation, identity, heritage, and the role of communication in shaping communities.
Selected Research & Scholarly Inquiry
Performing for the Algorithm: How Platform Logics Dilute Authentic Identity in the Nigerian Diaspora
44th Annual Media and Communication Conference — CommWeek 2026
The Trust Deficit: A Hybrid Model for Credible Public Communication in Nigeria
11th International Conference on Media and Mass Communication — 2026
Ethical Journalism and AI: Navigating Professional Integrity in the Age of Algorithmic News Production
De Gruyter Handbook of Artificial Intelligence and Journalism — 2026
A Continuing Commitment to Inquiry
From early research into Nigerian broadcasting and national communication policy to contemporary investigations of artificial intelligence and digital media, Professor Ulasi’s research reflects a career-long commitment to understanding communication and its impact on society.
His work brings together scholarship, professional experience, creative practice, and a deep interest in Africa and its global communities.