Click the links below to download survey data: Boston University-Public Health Misinformation Tables (Excel) Boston University-Public Health Misinformation (SPSS) If you cannot access a document, please reach out through the Contact Page.
Click the links below to download survey data: Boston University-Public Emotions Tables (Excel) Boston University-Public Emotions (SPSS) If you cannot access a document, please reach out through the Contact Page.
Americans Expect Social Media Content Moderation By: Michelle Amazeen In an age where misinformation spreads at the speed of a click, the announcement by Meta—formerly Facebook—to abandon its partnership with independent fact-checking organizations raises urgent questions. Meta’s decision comes at a critical juncture, as the U.S. faces an era where disinformation campaigns—often amplified by political […]
By Chris ‘Chao’ Su, Ph.D As one of the co-organizers of the 2024 ICA Preconference, “Reimagining Digital Activism: Navigating Complexities and Forging New Perspectives”, I had the privilege of working with a diverse and dynamic group of scholars, practitioners, and students. The event, held at the Gold Coast Convention & Exhibition Center in Australia on […]
The Fall 2024 Semester in Review By: Michelle Amazeen December marks the conclusion of another bustling semester for the CRC which kicked off with our inaugural open house co-hosted with the Center for Innovation in Social Science. We also celebrated the 15-year milestone of our Colloquium Series, which consists of monthly research presentations that highlight […]
By Violet Li The inaugural CRC Faculty Research Seed Grants, awarded last Spring, have provided essential support for innovative projects advancing communication scholarship. These grants foster inter-departmental collaboration and address pressing societal issues, showcasing the power of research to make meaningful contributions. As we look ahead to the next round of funding in Spring 2025, […]
Election 2024 Debrief: Insights from Communication Research By: Michelle Amazeen Since November 5th, there has been ongoing reflection on why the election ultimately favored Trump, particularly given his frequent use of misleading or false claims. For those who study media and communication, the link between misinformation and voting behavior is concerning. A Reuters/Ipsos poll found […]
By Burt Glass Social media impacts women more negatively than men, according to most Americans, but traditional media does a better job giving equal attention to issues that affect both. The latest Media & Technology survey by Boston University’s College of Communication found that three times as many than not, for example, say social media […]
Click the links below to download survey data: Boston University-Social Media Impacts Tables (Excel) Boston University-Social Media Impacts (SPSS) If you cannot access a document, please reach out through the Contact Page.
Faculty members are invited to participate in monthly polls conducted in collaboration with Ipsos, exploring key topics like media trust, artificial intelligence, and climate change. This is an opportunity to advance thought leadership, gain media coverage, and contribute to research that aligns with COM’s strategic goals of addressing modern communication challenges. Selected faculty will collaborate […]