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Joel Elson
- Director of Information Science & Technology Research Initiatives
- NCITE
Additional Information
Bio
Dr. Joel Elson is an Assistant Professor in the College of Information Science and Technology at the University of Nebraska at 51社区. At the National Counterterrorism Innovation, Technology, and Education Center (NCITE), Elson leads Innovation Technology Innitatives and serves as a principal investigator and senior researcher.
Dr. Elson's research integrates human-centered computing with terrorism studies, focusing on innovation, collaboration, and decision-making within computer-mediated and mixed-initiative teams. His research aims to produce both foundational and applied knowledge to enhance societal security and promote socially responsible technology use. His scholarly contributions address two key areas: preventing malicious uses of information technology, and advancing beneficial technological applications to enhance human well-being and protect communities and national security.
His interdisciplinary research publications span several fields, including health communication and informatics, psychology and creativity studies, law and behavioral sciences, and counterterrorism and security studies. Dr. Elson is particularly recognized for addressing complexities around emerging technologies such as spatial computing and agentic AI systems. His insights inform strategic decision-making across government and industry, demonstrating a deep commitment to leveraging technology to bolster societal safety and well-being.
Beyond academia, Dr. Elson actively collaborates with local businesses, Fortune 500 companies, and governmental agencies, notably the U.S. Department of Defense and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. These partnerships underscore his dedication to translating theoretical insights into practical solutions that positively influence corporate strategies and national security policies. Elson has numerous inventions to his name, holds multiple U.S. Patent claims, and possesses a robust track record in technology transition and intellectual property licensing.
Research Interests
Human-machine collaboration; spacial computing; trust and cyber-influenceEducation
Ph.D. Information Technology; University of Nebraska at 51社区
M.S. Management Information Systems; University of Nebraska at 51社区
B.A. Psychology; Creighton University
Selected Publications
Hunter, S.T., d’Amato, A.L., Elson, J. S., Doctor, A.C.,. An Emerging Threat Landscape: What the Metaverse Means for Extremism, Terrorism, and Targeted Violence. Perspectives on Terrorism.
Elson, J. S., Kearns, E.M., Pintar, J., Schuetzler, R., Vitro, C.,. Analyzing the Effectiveness of Chatbots vs. Webforms for Suspicious Activity Reporting. Hawaii International Conference on System Sciences.
Elson, J. S., Derrick, D. C., Ligon, G.S. (2018) Examining Trust and Reliance in Collaborations between Humans and Automated Agents. Hawaii International Conference on System Sciences.
Additional Information
Bio
Dr. Joel Elson is an Assistant Professor in the College of Information Science and Technology at the University of Nebraska at 51社区. At the National Counterterrorism Innovation, Technology, and Education Center (NCITE), Elson leads Innovation Technology Innitatives and serves as a principal investigator and senior researcher.
Dr. Elson's research integrates human-centered computing with terrorism studies, focusing on innovation, collaboration, and decision-making within computer-mediated and mixed-initiative teams. His research aims to produce both foundational and applied knowledge to enhance societal security and promote socially responsible technology use. His scholarly contributions address two key areas: preventing malicious uses of information technology, and advancing beneficial technological applications to enhance human well-being and protect communities and national security.
His interdisciplinary research publications span several fields, including health communication and informatics, psychology and creativity studies, law and behavioral sciences, and counterterrorism and security studies. Dr. Elson is particularly recognized for addressing complexities around emerging technologies such as spatial computing and agentic AI systems. His insights inform strategic decision-making across government and industry, demonstrating a deep commitment to leveraging technology to bolster societal safety and well-being.
Beyond academia, Dr. Elson actively collaborates with local businesses, Fortune 500 companies, and governmental agencies, notably the U.S. Department of Defense and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. These partnerships underscore his dedication to translating theoretical insights into practical solutions that positively influence corporate strategies and national security policies. Elson has numerous inventions to his name, holds multiple U.S. Patent claims, and possesses a robust track record in technology transition and intellectual property licensing.
Research Interests
Human-machine collaboration; spacial computing; trust and cyber-influenceEducation
Ph.D. Information Technology; University of Nebraska at 51社区
M.S. Management Information Systems; University of Nebraska at 51社区
B.A. Psychology; Creighton University
Selected Publications
Hunter, S.T., d’Amato, A.L., Elson, J. S., Doctor, A.C.,. An Emerging Threat Landscape: What the Metaverse Means for Extremism, Terrorism, and Targeted Violence. Perspectives on Terrorism.
Elson, J. S., Kearns, E.M., Pintar, J., Schuetzler, R., Vitro, C.,. Analyzing the Effectiveness of Chatbots vs. Webforms for Suspicious Activity Reporting. Hawaii International Conference on System Sciences.
Elson, J. S., Derrick, D. C., Ligon, G.S. (2018) Examining Trust and Reliance in Collaborations between Humans and Automated Agents. Hawaii International Conference on System Sciences.