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The use of immersive media to cover armed conflict in Colombia 0000-0002-8676-9085 Andrés David Castro Lotero 070 Journalismus Virtuelle Realität Kolumbien Bewaffneter Konflikt immersive media 360° technology immersive conflict journalism Colombian armed conflict This doctoral dissertation investigates the use of 360º technology as a journalistic tool for covering the Colombian armed conflict and supporting narratives of peacebuilding. Using a qualitative multiple-case study approach, it examines four immersive media projects that document the post-conflict experiences of victims and former combatants. Data collection involved interviews with content creators and experts in immersive journalism, document analysis, and in-depth analysis of immersive scenes. The study identifies two primary purposes behind the adoption of immersive technologies in these contexts. It also critically assesses the strengths and limitations of 360º technology when used in conflict reporting. Particular attention is paid to the ethical dimensions of immersive storytelling in conflict settings, including questions of emotional impact, image manipulation, and compromising narrative independence. By outlining good practices and highlighting key concerns, this research contributes to a broader understanding of the role immersive media can play in journalism, particularly when reporting on complex and sensitive issues such as armed conflict. Universität Passau Passau Innstrasse 29, 94032 Passau Oliver Hahn Natascha Zowislo-Grünewald 2026-06-02 2026-07-14 PhDThesis Text urn:nbn:de:bvb:739-opus4-21212 application/pdf eng Standardbedingung laut Einverständniserklärung thesis.doctoral Universität Passau Passau 1 https://opus4.kobv.de/opus4-uni-passau/oai/container/index/docId/2121 https://opus4.kobv.de/opus4-uni-passau/frontdoor/index/index/docId/2121