Internet Studies

We’re proud to share that Professor Crystal Abidin has been recognized in the Stanford–Elsevier Top 2% Scientists List for 2025, placing her among the world’s most influential researchers. This global ranking, based on standardized citation metrics, highlights scholars whose work has made a profound impact across disciplines.
Professor Abidin, based at Curtin University, is a leading voice in Communication & Media Studies, with a research portfolio that spans digital culture, influencer economies, and online ethnography. Her inclusion in this elite list reflects not only her prolific scholarship — with over 760 citations and an H-index of 13 — but also her pioneering contributions to understanding the social dynamics of digital life.
📚 Her work continues to shape academic discourse and inform public understanding of how we live, connect, and communicate online.
👏 Join us in celebrating this milestone and the continued excellence of Professor Abidin’s research journey!

Congratulations John Curtin Distinguished Professor Katie Ellis, FAHA!!

Huge congratulations to Professor Katie Ellis on being elected as a Fellow of the Australian Academy of the Humanities! 🌟

This incredible achievement recognizes Katie’s outstanding contributions to the humanities and her leadership in shaping inclusive futures. We’re so proud to celebrate this milestone with you! 👏

Congratulations to Professor Crystal Abidin and Dr Jin Lee on receiving $280,000 funding from the Australian Research Council for a Discovery Project (DP26) announced today for their project ‘Mapping the Influencer Aspirations and Literacies among Australian children.’

https://dataportal.arc.gov.au/NCGP/Web/Grant/Grant/DP260104758

Great to hear Professor Tama Leaver explaining the many challenges with the Australian government's plan to ban everyone under 16 years of age from social media on The Take, Al Jazeera English's flagship podcast:

Why is Australia trying to ban social media for children? | The Take The Australian government is set to implement the world’s strictest ban on social media for children. The law would prohibit children under the age of 16 fro...

Job: Research Fellow (Lvl B, 0.7FTE, 3-Year Fixed Term), applications due 2pm (Perth time) , 8 Nov.

Working in the Curtin node of the Digital Child Australia.

Primary focus: the impact of generative AI & datafication on Aust children & families.

https://staff.curtin.edu.au/job-vacancies/?ja-job=667572

(You will require current work rights in Australia that match the tenure of this role.)

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Job: Lecturer (Digital & Social Media): Level B ($114,307 - $135,408 + 17% Super), Ongoing, Fulltime.

Applications close: Wednesday 13th of November at 2pm (Perth time).

Job vacancies, employment opportunities, academic and professional positions - Careers at Curtin | Curtin University, Perth Australia Our mission is to transform lives and communities through education and research. Curtin employees form a unique and diverse community committed to innovative research and student learning. Find out about our current job vacancies and we look forward to receiving your application.