Xinyan Zhao

Modality and cultural tailoring in human–AI disaster communication: examining mechanisms and outcomes for Hispanic communities

Purpose This study examines how GenAI chatbots can support Hurricane preparedness among Hispanic/Latino communities by comparing combined audio-text delivery with text-only delivery and culturally tailored with generic content. It focuses on information overload and emotional att...

Empowering mpox prevention through agency: risk and control mechanisms in gay and bisexual men

Despite the decline in cases, the ongoing mpox outbreak that started in 2022 remains a public health concern. Due to its disproportionately high risk on gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men, there is an urgent need to develop tailored, culturally sensitive health me...