Research Teams

Ethics and Equity

Dr. Erin Ash
Associate Professor
Clemson University

Dr. CJ Calabrese
Assistant Professor
Clemson University

Dr. Ashley Hedrick McKenzie
Assistant Professor
Clemson University

Description
Our research group focuses on examining, analyzing, and designing persuasive messages that promote health equity with a particular emphasis on their ethical implications. Topics range from stigma communication, health narratives, social media and influencers, and strategies to address misinformation.

Grants Awarded
(Dis)information about Contraceptive Methods on TikTok: Content, Spreaders, and Empowerment as a Strategy for Mitigating its Effects. Media Forensics Hub Seed Grant. $10,091. Funded October 14, 2023. PIs: Erin Ash, CJ Calabrese, Ashley McKenzie.