Communication Studies 

Research center who's mission it is to explore and understand cyberspace; to study its development, dynamics, norms, and standards; and to assess the need or lack thereof for laws and sanctions.

Part of the American Sociological Association, CITASA look at social aspects of computing, the Internet, new media, computer networks, and other communication and information technologies.

A national not-for-profit org, CDD promotes "an electronic media system that fosters democratic expression and human rights." Interests include diverse ownership of new media, privacy, etc.

"Rhizome is dedicated to the creation, presentation, preservation, and critique of emerging artistic practices that engage technology."

"a major, international, collaborative project looking at the social, political and economic impact of the Internet and other new technologies". Click on Published to see internet usage reports for member countries.

The Sociable Media Group investigates issues concerning society and identity in the technologically mediated world.

The Electronic Frontier Foundation is a non-profit civilliberties organization working in the public interest to protect privacy, free expression, and access to public resources and information in new media.