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Expert Commentary

Media

VIDEO: What happened when scientists had the opportunity to ‘ask a reporter anything’

by SciLine | June 28, 2021

At a recent online event hosted by SciLine, scientists asked a panel of journalists questions about how journalism works.

Expert Commentary

Health

12 key references for reporters covering concussions

by SciLine | October 10, 2018

An emerging body of research is starting to paint a clearer picture of how concussions work and their potentially serious, lasting consequences.

Education, Health

How school nurses can help fight chronic absenteeism

November 20, 2024

In this research-based explainer, we examine the rise in chronic student absenteeism in recent years and the various ways school nurses, an underutilized resource in the push to improve attendance, can help.

Politics & Government

Ranked choice voting: An explainer and 3 tips for reporters

October 30, 2024

Dozens of municipalities and two states have adopted ranked choice voting in recent years, and the system is on the ballot in six states and Washington, D.C. this November. Here’s the recent research you need to know to enhance your coverage.

Criminal Justice, Health, Politics & Government, Race & Gender

Abortion pill mifepristone: An explainer and research roundup about its history, safety and future

June 13, 2024

With abortion-related measures on the ballot in several states, journalistic coverage of the topic has never been more crucial. This piece aims to help inform the narrative on medication abortion with scientific evidence.