Do mayors run for higher office? New research
Few mayors run for higher office. And female mayors are even less likely to view positions such as governor and U.S. senator as appealing.
Media
Research roundups, articles, explainers and tip sheets about how journalists report the news and how audiences consume it
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Covering populist leaders: 10 research-based tips for journalists
A new paper offers journalists research-based guidance on how to cover populist movements and leaders. It also offers insights into the communication strategies of populist leaders.
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Is your smartphone making you unhappy?
Smartphones are distracting. New research shows this distraction can lead to boredom, antisocial behavior and unhappiness.
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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.
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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.
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Bitcoin, blockchain and ICOs: Confused? We explain
In a few short years, cryptocurrencies like bitcoin have assumed a big role in global finance. We explain how they work, the risks to traditional money systems and the revolutionary technology behind them.
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Fake news and the spread of misinformation: A research roundup
This collection of research offers insights into the impacts of fake news and other forms of misinformation, including fake Twitter images, and how people use the internet to spread rumors and misinformation.
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Bullying and teen suicide: A collection of academic research
This collection of academic research examines the issue of bullying and child suicide. We included research that looks specifically at suicide and bullying among sexual-minority youth, including gay and lesbian students.
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Which members of Congress get more media attention?
Members of Congress with the most extreme political views receive more attention from print media than moderate members, a new study suggests. Meanwhile, far-right Republicans get more coverage than far-left Democrats.
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Smartphones are distracting even when you’re not using them
Almost everyone has a smartphone. They can be distracting. But new research shows they may also impair our ability to think straight even when we’re not using them.
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