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COVID-19: Social media users more likely to believe false information
A new study led by researchers at McGill University finds that people who get their news from social media are more likely to have misperceptions about COVID-19.
Anti-climate action statements get more visibility in news coverage, study finds
PROVIDENCE, R.I. [Brown University] — When organizations take a stand against actions to combat climate change, they get more news coverage than their pro-climate action peers, according to a new study by a Brown University researcher. Rachel Wetts, an assistant…
Machine learning system can detect foreign social media influence campaigns using content alone
Content-based features predict social media influence operations
Can’t get off of Snapchat or Facebook? Research reveals differences between platforms
EAST LANSING, Mich. – You might think social media is addictive, but how do certain platforms measure against one another? Researchers from Michigan State University and California State University-Fullerton conducted the first study comparing problematic use between Facebook and Snapchat…
Our itch to share helps spread COVID-19 misinformation
To stay current about the Covid-19 pandemic, people need to process health information when they read the news. Inevitably, that means people will be exposed to health misinformation, too, in the form of false content, often found online, about the illness.
Ad blockers may benefit websites, users, and the market at large
Millions of websites, including some of the largest Internet companies (e.g., Google, Yahoo), depend on advertising as their main source of revenue, allowing them to offer their content for free. The use of software that blocks ads has surged in…
Ad blockers may benefit websites, users, and the market at large
Millions of websites, including some of the largest Internet companies (e.g., Google, Yahoo), depend on advertising as their main source of revenue, allowing them to offer their content for free. The use of software that blocks ads has surged in…
How conspiracy theories emerge — and how their storylines fall apart
A new study by UCLA professors offers a new way to understand how unfounded conspiracy theories emerge online.
COVID-19 pandemic has unleashed unique worldwide wave of anti-semitism
Kantor Center at Tel Aviv University releases special report
Selling something? Tap into consumer arrogance
Study says arrogance is the secret to sales
COVID-19 pandemic has unleashed unique worldwide wave of anti-semitism
Kantor Center at Tel Aviv University releases special report
Selling something? Tap into consumer arrogance
Study says arrogance is the secret to sales
Researchers design COVID-19 knowledge base and risk assessment tool powered by AI
FAU’s College of Engineering and computer science machine learning project receives NSF rapid grant
Researchers design COVID-19 knowledge base and risk assessment tool powered by AI
FAU’s College of Engineering and computer science machine learning project receives NSF rapid grant
‘Game changer’ for reporters: 2016 US presidential election coverage
The 2016 U.S. presidential election is considered a “game changer” for journalists covering the U.S. presidential elections by causing them to dramatically reconsider how they view their role — either as neutral disseminators of information or impassioned advocates for the truth — according to researchers at the University of Missouri’s School of Journalism.
Copyright Clearance Center partners with Editage to offer research promotion services
New service helps RightsLink publishers empower researchers and strengthen author programs without adding staff
Copyright Clearance Center partners with Editage to offer research promotion services
New service helps RightsLink publishers empower researchers and strengthen author programs without adding staff
“Fake News” Lowers Trust in Mainstream Media across Party Lines, Study Finds
A Rutgers-led study finds that online misinformation, or “fake news,” lowers people’s trust in mainstream media across party lines.
“Fake news” lowers trust in mainstream media across party lines, study finds
Rutgers-led research finds consuming online misinformation also increases trust in some political parties
Kudos and Impact Science partner to offer communications services to research stakeholders
London, June 16, 2020 – Kudos, the award-winning networking and communications tracking service for accelerating research impact, has announced a partnership with Impact Science, a Cactus Communications brand that offers solutions for science dissemination and engagement with peers, public, and…
Kudos and Impact Science partner to offer communications services to research stakeholders
London, June 16, 2020 – Kudos, the award-winning networking and communications tracking service for accelerating research impact, has announced a partnership with Impact Science, a Cactus Communications brand that offers solutions for science dissemination and engagement with peers, public, and…
From clickbait to transparency: Reimagining the online world
Behavioral science perspectives on an alternative Internet
From clickbait to transparency: Reimagining the online world
Behavioral science perspectives on an alternative Internet
COVID-19: Relationship between social media use and prejudice against Chinese Americans
Pandemic provides a backdrop against which researchers analyze how websites like Facebook can influence dynamics between different social groups
Video messages may help spread the word about antibiotic risks
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — Antibiotics are important drugs that can save lives, but using them too often can lead to dangerous strains of antibiotic-resistant bacteria. New Penn State research explores how to communicate risk while encouraging people to seek information…
Video messages may help spread the word about antibiotic risks
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — Antibiotics are important drugs that can save lives, but using them too often can lead to dangerous strains of antibiotic-resistant bacteria. New Penn State research explores how to communicate risk while encouraging people to seek information…
In anti-piracy work, blocking websites more effective when multiple sites are targeted
An important challenge facing media industries today is whether and how copyright policy should be adapted to the realities of the digital age. The invention and subsequent adoption of filesharing technologies has eroded the strength of copyright law across many…
Newspapers report on car safety recalls less when manufacturers advertise more with them
Is the reporting of media outlets biased in favor of firms that advertise with them? A new study looked at the relationship between advertising by car manufacturers in U.S. newspapers and news coverage of car safety recalls in the early…
Newspapers report on car safety recalls less when manufacturers advertise more with them
Is the reporting of media outlets biased in favor of firms that advertise with them? A new study looked at the relationship between advertising by car manufacturers in U.S. newspapers and news coverage of car safety recalls in the early…
One conflict, many sides: The story of Hong Kong’s year of unrest
The South China Morning Post (SCMP) and international academic publisher World Scientific announced today the launch of Rebel City: Hong Kong’s Year of Water and Fire –a new book that chronicles the political confrontation that has gripped the city since…
How social media platforms can contribute to dehumanizing people
A recent analysis of discourse on Facebook highlights how social media and an individual’s sense of identity can be used to dehumanize entire groups of people. “Fundamentally, we wanted to examine how online platforms can normalize hatred and contribute to…
How social media platforms can contribute to dehumanizing people
A recent analysis of discourse on Facebook highlights how social media and an individual’s sense of identity can be used to dehumanize entire groups of people. “Fundamentally, we wanted to examine how online platforms can normalize hatred and contribute to…
Daily Internet use is linked to social isolation
New Anglia Ruskin study investigates the online behavior of older adults
Daily Internet use is linked to social isolation
New Anglia Ruskin study investigates the online behavior of older adults
Radio: The medium that is best dealing with the COVID-19 crisis
During lockdown, the Media Psychology Lab, directed by Emma Rodero, a lecturer with the Department of Communication, has conducted a study on the listening habits, consumption, credibility and psychological impact of radio in the COVID-19 crisis
Radio: The medium that is best dealing with the COVID-19 crisis
During lockdown, the Media Psychology Lab, directed by Emma Rodero, a lecturer with the Department of Communication, has conducted a study on the listening habits, consumption, credibility and psychological impact of radio in the COVID-19 crisis
Latest ‘Youth COVID-19’ study shows young people worried for their future
Young people are also turning to traditional media outlets — many for the first time — and rejecting fake news on social channels
Latest ‘Youth COVID-19’ study shows young people worried for their future
Young people are also turning to traditional media outlets — many for the first time — and rejecting fake news on social channels
Washington Post’s depictions of autism shift from ’cause and cure’ to acceptance
Study reviews 315 articles published from 2007 to 2017
Social media influencers could encourage adolescents to follow social distancing guidelines
Public health bodies should consider incentivising social media influencers to encourage adolescents to follow social distancing guidelines, say researchers. Many adolescents are choosing to ignore the guidelines set out by governments during the COVID-19 pandemic, and peer-to-peer campaigns are likely…
Social media influencers could encourage adolescents to follow social distancing guidelines
Public health bodies should consider incentivising social media influencers to encourage adolescents to follow social distancing guidelines, say researchers. Many adolescents are choosing to ignore the guidelines set out by governments during the COVID-19 pandemic, and peer-to-peer campaigns are likely…
Twitter — not just pointless babble
It’s a global social media Goliath but it had humble beginnings and now we need it more than ever.
Do I look mad? Reading facial cues with the touch-screen generation
New UCLA study may give parents some peace of mind about their kids’ screen time
Twitter — not just pointless babble
It’s a global social media Goliath but it had humble beginnings and now we need it more than ever.
Do I look mad? Reading facial cues with the touch-screen generation
New UCLA study may give parents some peace of mind about their kids’ screen time
Does posting edited self photos on social media increase risk of eating disorders?
New research revealed a consistent and direct link between posting edited photos on Instagram and risk factors for eating disorders. Specifically, digitally editing pictures to improve personal appearance before posting photos to Instagram increased weight and shape concerns in college…
Does posting edited self photos on social media increase risk of eating disorders?
New research revealed a consistent and direct link between posting edited photos on Instagram and risk factors for eating disorders. Specifically, digitally editing pictures to improve personal appearance before posting photos to Instagram increased weight and shape concerns in college…
Editing selfies is counter productive: Study
The longer it takes, the worse we feel
Editing selfies is counter productive: Study
The longer it takes, the worse we feel