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Research interests
Laura Leon, PhD (Anthropology), is lecturer at the School of Communications at Universidad de Lima (Peru), and a researcher at the Institute of Scientific Research (IDIC-Ulima). Her scholarly research focuses on the intersection of childhood studies and digital cultures with a special focus on children’s agency and social structures.
Education/Academic qualification
PhD, Anthropology, Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú
Award Date: 30 Jun 2022
Master, MSc. Information & Communication Technology for Development, The University of Manchester
1 Sep 2007 → 30 Aug 2008
External positions
Project coordinator, Crecer en Red
1 Jul 2015 → 30 Oct 2015
Consultant, Fundación Telefónica
1 Nov 2014 → 30 Sep 2015
Coordinadora de la Red de investigación DIRSI - Diálogo Regional sobre la Sociedad de la Información., Instituto de Estudios Peruanos
2 Jan 2012 → 28 Feb 2014
Renacyt classification (Concytec)
- Level V
Languages
- English
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being -
SDG 4 Quality Education -
SDG 10 Reduced Inequalities
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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
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Regulando la distancia digital: interferencias y bienestar anticipado en la desconexión entre jóvenes
Vargas-Bianchi, L., Leon Kanashiro, L. R. & Mateus, J.-C., 10 Apr 2026, In: Palabra Clave. 28, 4, p. 1 33 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article (Contribution to Journal) › peer-review
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Con ganas de emocionarse. Estudiantes de comunicación ante el entretenimiento y las ficciones audiovisuales.
Translated title of the contribution :Eager for Emotion: Communication Students and Their Engagement with Entertainment and Audiovisual Fiction Research output: Contribution to journal › Article (Contribution to Journal) › peer-review
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Imaginarios adolescentes y juveniles sobre la inteligencia artificial en América Latina: voces, tensiones y desafíos para una alfabetización situada
Translated title of the contribution :Teenagers’ and Young People’s Perceptions of Artificial Intelligence in Latin America: Voices, Tensions, and Challenges for Situated Literacy: Voices, Tensions, and Challenges for Situated Literacy Research output: Contribution to journal › Article (Contribution to Journal) › peer-review
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#MADRES. Parodic Motherhood Discourses on Peruvian TikTok
García-Rapp, F. & Leon Kanashiro, L. R., 28 Mar 2024, In: Visual Communication Quarterly. 31, 1, p. 14-31Research output: Contribution to journal › Article (Contribution to Journal) › peer-review
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Dataset of media practices for informational, educational, and entertainment purposes in Peru: Uses and Gratifications approach
Mateus, J.-C., Cappello Flores, G., Leon Kanashiro, L. R., Vásquez Cubas, D. & Guarniz Gonzales, C. A., 2024, In: Data in Brief.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article (Contribution to Journal) › peer-review
Open Access
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ImaginarIA II: Explorando las prácticas y los imaginarios sobre las inteligencias artificiales en docentes de escuelas secundarias de Lima
1/04/26 → 31/03/27
Project: Research
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Desconexión digital intencional y elementos de temporalidad
Vargas Bianchi, L. (PI) & Leon Kanashiro, L. R. (CoI)
1/04/25 → 31/03/26
Project: Research
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ImaginarIA – Explorando el conocimiento, las prácticas y los imaginarios sobre las inteligencias artificiales en adolescentes escolares de Lima
Leon Kanashiro, L. R. (PI), Mateus Borea, J. C. (CoI) & Huaranga Junco, E. J. (CoI)
1/04/25 → 31/03/26
Project: Research
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Cultura infantil digital en el protometaverso Roblox: la perspectiva infantil y adulta
Leon Kanashiro, L. R. (PI) & Mateus Borea, J. C. (CoI)
1/04/24 → 10/04/25
Project: Research
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Influencers representando la cultura gastronómica en redes sociales: el caso peruano
Vargas Bianchi, L. (PI), Cuevas Calderon, E. A. (CoI) & Leon Kanashiro, L. R. (CoI)
1/04/24 → 10/04/25
Project: Research
Activities
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Webinar "Entre algoritmos y ciudadanía: jóvenes frente a la IA", organizado por el Grupo de Trabajo en Inteligencia Artificial para el Acceso a la Información (AI4IA), parte del Programa UNESCO “Información para Todos” (IFAP)
Leon Kanashiro, L. R. (Participant) & Mateus Borea, J. C. (Participant)
25 Sep 2025Activity: Participating in or organizing an event › Participating in a conference, workshop, ...
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VI Congreso Internacional RECoD
Leon Kanashiro, L. R. (Participant), Mateus Borea, J. C. (Participant) & Zavala, K. (Participant)
23 Oct 2025Activity: Participating in or organizing an event › Participating in a conference, workshop, ...
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Investigación con infancias
Leon Kanashiro, L. R. (Participant)
12 Jun 2025Activity: Participating in or organizing an event › Training of professors from the university community on topics related to research
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Tradición e innovación en los discursos digitales gastronómicos peruanos: Un análisis de influencers en Instagram
Vargas Bianchi, L. (Speaker), Cuevas Calderon, E. A. (Speaker) & Leon Kanashiro, L. R. (Speaker)
22 Oct 2025Activity: Talk or presentation › Oral presentation
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Red interuniversitaria euroamericana de investigación sobre competencias mediáticas (ALFAMED) (External organization)
Leon Kanashiro, L. R. (Member)
2024Activity: Membership › Membership of board
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Concortv organiza conversatorio “Niñas en las TIC: beneficios y desafíos en la era digital”
29/04/24
1 item of Media coverage
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¿Qué roles cumplen las personas influencers en el ecosistema digital?
Mateus, J.-C., Leon Kanashiro, L. R. & Vásquez Cubas, D.
7/12/22
1 Media contribution
Press/Media
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Influencers peruanos, ciudadanía mediática y su rol social en el contexto del COVID-19.
Mateus, J.-C., Leon Kanashiro, L. R. & Núñez-Alberca, A.
1/01/22
1 item of Media coverage
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