Dr Marta Jabłońska deals with the impact of cyberspace on the individual and society, as well as online behaviour. She observes the influence of artificial intelligence on the everyday lives of the Internet users. She translates these interests into teaching and scientific work. Her current research focuses primarily on online manifestations of religiosity and spirituality, immersion in cyberspace and the applications of artificial intelligence in social research.
What inspired you to become a scientist?
I have felt this need from an early age. I really wanted to gain knowledge and be able to share it. I was also inspired by my passionate and curious teachers, who I met at every stage of my education.
What impact does your work have on the surrounding reality?
More and more often we live in a hurry. We are overstimulated, under pressure and among high expectations set by society, but also by ourselves. Modern technology, especially social media, is blamed for a part of this state of affairs. I want to take a closer look and learn how they can do good. My research on spirituality and religiosity online constitutes an example of these activities.
How do you understand the term: profession of a scientist?
Being a scientist is mindfulness, attentiveness to the world and to people. It is about a need to reflect and understand. Not passing by in a hurry but being here and now. It is about learning and sharing your knowledge.
A witch is a woman of all ages, close to nature and its cycle. She draws wisdom from Mother Earth, but also from the folk knowledge of her ancestors and modern science. An image generated by Dr Marta Jablonska using generative artificial intelligence
More information about Dr Marta Jabłońska’s work
Marta Jabłońska: Metawersum – szanse i zagrożenia [Marta Jabłońska: Metaverse – opportunities and threats]
Dr Marta R. Jabłońska: trudno teraz przewidzieć wszystkie skutki metawersum [Dr Marta R. Jabłońska: it is difficult to predict all the effects of the metaverse now]
The latest book by Dr Marta Jabłońska: Slavic Witches and Social Media available from Routledge publishing house.
From the publisher:
Slavic Witches and Social Media examines the role of social media in the spiritual practices of modern Slavic witches and draws a comparative analysis between contemporary neopaganism and Catholicism in Poland.
This volume presents a fresh and comprehensive examination of Slavic witches within the context of the growing popularity of neopagan religions and the integration of social media in religious practices. It delves into contemporary witchcraft in Poland, including the prominent Wicca tradition, native Slavic beliefs with their diverse pantheon of deities, extensive demonology, and profound respect for nature, as well as individual, eclectic paths. Through a digital religion study, this book investigates how neopagans and Catholics incorporate social media into their spiritual journeys. Its vivid portrait of a Slavic witch provides a deeper understanding of their beliefs, practices, and engagement with social media platforms.
This book is dedicated to scholars in the field of religious sociology, digital religion, and ethnography with a deep fascination for exploring folk magic and Slavic traditions and their adaptation to the emerging digital landscape. It is an insightful resource for researchers in theology, communication, and new media, as well as for all researchers and individuals who share an interest in the captivating realm of contemporary witches and witchcraft.
An image generated by Dr Marta Jabłońska using generative artificial intelligence
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