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About
Andreas Hepp is a leading figure in media and communication studies, with a research focus that bridges digital media, datafication, and the societal implications of artificial intelligence. His major contributions center on theorizing the role of communicative robots—including artificial companions, social bots, and work bots—as emerging objects of inquiry. Hepp argues that these autonomously operating systems, designed for quasi-communication with humans, fundamentally reshape how we understand media, interaction, and algorithmic governance. His 2020 article "Artificial companions, social bots and work bots" has garnered 162 citations, establishing a foundational framework for studying these technologies within communication research. Beyond this, Hepp is known for his work on mediatization, deep mediatization, and the transformation of everyday life through digital media. His notable achievements include advancing the concept of "communicative robots" as a distinct field, bridging media theory with empirical research on automation and AI. For students and researchers, Hepp’s work offers a critical lens on how non-human communicators are redefining the boundaries of human-centered communication.
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