Information propagation is a research area that focuses on how information, ideas, news, rumors, or other types of information spread and disseminate through social networks, communication channels, and other forms of media. Researchers in this field study the mechanisms and factors that influence the spread of information, such as the role of individuals, social networks, online platforms, and cultural factors. They also investigate how the spread of information can impact opinions, beliefs, behaviors, and societal decision-making processes. The goal of this research is to better understand and predict how information propagates in order to develop strategies for managing and controlling the spread of misinformation, fake news, and other potentially harmful forms of information.