The “tampon tax”: Should states tax feminine hygiene products?
A collection of research and resources to help journalists write about the so-called “tampon tax,” or sales taxes charged on feminine hygiene products.
Expert Commentary
Top 10 research studies on digital news, social media in 2017
We spotlight 10 of the most compelling academic studies published in 2017, which delve into meaty topics such as venture-backed startups, artificial intelligence and the spread of disinformation.
Expert Commentary
Amtrak safety, rail transit and Positive Train Control: Research roundup
An updated collection of recent reports, research and analysis relating to Amtrak, rail transit and Positive Train Control.
Expert Commentary
Journalism branding: Impact on reporters’ personal identities
This study, published in Journalism in 2017, examines how journalism branding efforts affect the personal identities of reporters, editors and columnists.
Expert Commentary
Dangers and impacts of college hazing: Research roundup
Collection of scholarly literature and reports that focus on the dangers and impacts of hazing, with a focus on hazing-related deaths and injuries among U.S. colleges and universities.
Expert Commentary
Does Uber curb drunk driving crashes?
Ridesharing services such as Uber might help curb drunk driving crashes in some communities.
Expert Commentary
Outside money targets school board elections
Wealthy individuals and national advocacy groups are using their cash to get people who support education reforms elected to local school boards.
Expert Commentary
Physician-assisted suicide: Resources for journalists
This collection of research and reports examines physician-assisted suicide in the U.S. and compares American policies and trends with those in Europe.
Expert Commentary
Mothers, female relatives are most likely to abduct children
A higher number of children are abducted by family members in the United States than previously thought. A new study suggests mothers and female relatives are most often the perpetrators.
Expert Commentary
Which prison inmates get the most visitors? A look at felons in Florida
A new study looks at who gets the most visitors in prison. Younger inmates receive more than older ones. White and Latino prisoners get nearly twice as many visitors as black prisoners.
Expert Commentary