Jeffrey T Hancock

Jeffrey T. Hancock is a researcher specializing in computer-mediated communication, deception and trust, and the psychology of social media. He holds the position of Harry and Norman Chandler Professor of Communication at Stanford University and is the founding director of the Stanford Social Media Lab. His research leverages computational linguistics and experimental methods to explore how language reflects psychological and social dynamics, addressing topics such as deception, trust, emotion, intimate relationships, and social support. A highly regarded academic speaker, his TED Talk "The Future of Lying" has been viewed over one million times. His research has been widely published in top-tier journals and funded by the National Science Foundation and the Department of Defense.

• 2015–Present·Stanford University·Harry and Norman Chandler Professor of Communication
  • Founded and leads the Stanford Social Media Lab, focusing on psychological and interpersonal processes in social media.
  • Research interests include algorithm ethics, gender bias, and social inequities on social media platforms.
• 2002–2015·Cornell University·Professor of Information Science and Communication
  • Conducted extensive research on technology and deception, resulting in significant academic contributions.

• 1997–2002·Dalhousie University·PhD in Psychology
  • Focused on the relationship between language and psychology.
• 1992–1996·University of Victoria·Bachelor of Applied Science (Psychology)
  • Worked as a customs officer for the Canada Border Services Agency during undergraduate studies, which inspired his interest in deception research.