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Multimodal Deepfake Information Manipulation, Analysis, and Detection

Welcome! You are invited to take part in a research study conducted by Florida State University. Please review the information below carefully before deciding to participate. Feel free to ask questions before proceeding.

 

Principal Investigators:

Dr. Shuyuan Metcalfe, FSU, School of Information
Dr. Thomas Stephan Juzek, FSU, Modern Language & Linguistics
Dr. Shayok Chakraborty, FSU, Computer Science
Dr. Franco Callegati, UniBo, Computer Science
Dr. Marco Prandini, UniBo, Computer Science

 

Research Assistant:

Yue Liu, School of Information
Rasleen Kaur, School of Information
Md Shamim Seraj, Computer Science
Ronast Subedi, Computer Science

 

Key Information for You to Consider

  • Voluntary Participation: Your participation is entirely optional. There are no penalties if you choose not to participate or decide to withdraw later.
  • Purpose: This study aims to understand how multimodal deepfake information is generated and how generative AI influences perception and decision-making across multiple domains, including education, coding, and information authenticity.
  • Duration: The study will last approximately two weeks.
  • Activities: Participation involves three phases: a pretest survey, collaborative team work involving media creation, and a focus group interview for final assessment.
  • Risks: Minimal risks, such as fatigue from answering questions or creating multimedia files, are expected.
  • Benefits: You will gain awareness and experience with deepfake societal issues and the use of generative AI tools.

 

What Will Happen During the Study?

  • Phase 1: Complete a pretest survey and engage with ChatGPT.
  • Phase 2: Collaborate with a team of three, create authentic and manipulated media, and complete a post-test survey.
  • Phase 3: Participate in a focus group exit interview and final survey.

 

Privacy Protection:

  • No identifying information will be shared in publications or presentations.
  • Your data will be protected, though absolute confidentiality cannot be guaranteed.

 

Potential Risks:

Risks are minimal and may include fatigue and exposure to manipulated media.

 

Compensation:

Upon full participation, you will receive a $50 gift certificate.

 

Voluntary Participation:

You can choose not to participate or withdraw at any time without consequences.

 

Contact Information:

 

Statement of Consent:

By clicking ‘I Agree,’ you acknowledge that you have read and understood this information, and you consent to participate in this research study.

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