Associate Professor at Michigan State University. Investigating problematic social media use and web3.
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3. The APA needs to get involved. In the US, formal clinical recognition depends on the APA and the DSM, so the organization should engage with the current evidence and help determine whether maladaptive social media use qualifies as an addictive disorder.
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Detroit Blockchain Collective at Wayne State University 🎓
@detblockchain is hosting Professor @darmeshi (MSU) for a beginner-friendly breakdown of crypto & Web3—what it is, and why it matters.
Cohosted with Ivianna Feimster from Wayne State University 🙌
👨🏻🏫 Blockchain 101
🍕🥤 Free food & drinks
📆 Wed, March 25, 6PM
RSVP: lu.ma/3d4fxb0h?
Sponsored by @standwithcrypto
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New commentary by Dar Meshi, associate professor in the Department of @MSUAdPR, explains that smartphones are not inherently addictive; they are tools that deliver rewards. The concern isn’t the phone itself but how people engage with those rewards.
spr.ly/6180h3tms
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I was interviewed by @Nature about "social media addiction." Bottom line, we need more research.
Is social media addictive to young people? A jury in California is being asked to decide — even though the question still divides researchers
go.nature.com/4bSk6rJ
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.@MSUComArtSci's @darmeshi argues that the idea of "smartphone addiction" is flawed.
He can discuss addictive disorders, reward systems and smartphone use — and effective ways to examine their effects.
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You might find this interesting: msutoday.msu.edu/news/2026/0…
Very happy to be a 2025-2026 @DeSciWorld fellow!!
Dar Meshi @darmeshi brings a social-science lens to DeSci 🌐
As a DeSciWorld Fellow, he’s exploring the ecosystem itself: how it works today, and what prevents broader adoption.
Full spotlight here 💚
Here's a cool write-up about my recent course on blockchains, web3, and advertising 👇
Associate Professor Dar Meshi’s recent course on Web3 and blockchain continues to make an impact. The class not only explored emerging technologies but also inspired students to pursue career opportunities in the Web3 space.
Visit the link to learn more: spr.ly/6012AIWXn
ALT Dar Meshi, Professor of Advertising & Public Relations at Michigan State University
If you're in Michigan and curious about blockchains, feel free to stop by one of these upcoming events 👍
Over the next month, we’ve got 5 @standwithcrypto events lighting up Michigan — from Detroit to Grand Rapids!
As Mich President, I’m proud to see our community grow to 54,000 advocates fighting for innovation & financial freedom. Grassroots activism at its best!
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Events 👇
Hi everyone!! If you're in Detroit on November 12th, come say hi and learn about blockchains!!
Detroit fam—this one’s special. 🚀 I’m hosting MSU Professor @darmeshi for an intro to Web3 you don’t want to miss. Bring friends, grab free food + drinks, and meet the amazing Web3 community in Detroit!
🙏 Sponsored by @standwithcrypto and @hartinc
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This was fun!! If you’re in West Michigan and curious about blockchain and crypto, let me know and I’ll invite you to the next meet up!
Thanks @standwithcrypto for the great sponsorship!! We appreciate it @ElizabethHa 🙌
ever wondered what happens at an irl blockchain meetup?
• we placed rate-cut predictions on kalshi
• we debated bitcoin lightning finality times
• we even picked our next field trip (hint: @umichblockchain in Dec)
huge thanks to @standwithcrypto for pizza + drinks 🍕🍻
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DeSciWorld Fellow @darmeshi is hosting Blockchain 101 session 💚
Dar is an Associate Professor at MSU exploring Web3 and digital behavior.
A great starting point for anyone looking to understand the basics ↓
📅 Aug 19 | 🕛 12–2pm EST | 💻 Zoom
Had a blast giving this intro to blockchains talk!! If you're curious and want to learn, just get in touch!!
And a special thanks to @standwithcrypto for the sponsorship. We really appreciated it @ElizabethHa 🙌
blockchain 101 recap
this was my first time learning crypto in a classroom setting
very crystallizing for my self-taught brain
food and bev powered by @standwithcrypto
grand rapids blockchain thanks you 😘
Thrilled to be selected as part of the first group of @DeSciWorld fellows! Decentralized blockchains can assist research, for example with funding, data collection, data analysis, and publishing. Excited to take this year to explore the field and collaborate with my cohort!
