Chris Chen’s research examines how individuals use and perceive emerging media technologies, particularly artificial intelligence. Chen is especially interested in how the design of AI media technologies influences users’ perceptions and trust in the systems. Her most recent publications have appeared in SSCI journals, including Communication Research, Human-Computer Interaction, International Journal of Human-Computer Studies, New Media & Society, Social Media + Society, and Behaviour & Information Technology. She has also presented at major international conferences, such as AEJMC, ICA, NCA, and ACM Conference of Human Factors in Computing Systems (CHI). Chen’s work has been featured in mainstream media outlets like National Geographic and USA Today.