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Expert Commentary

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Media, Politics & Government

Covering populist leaders: 10 research-based tips for journalists

by Denise-Marie Ordway | February 7, 2018

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.

Expert Commentary

man at microscope
Economics, Education, Race & Gender

Grant review that focuses on researcher credentials favors men

by Chloe Reichel | February 6, 2018

When research grant proposals are evaluated mainly on the credentials of the researcher, and not the proposal itself, there is a bias in favor of men.

Expert Commentary

chairs
Economics, Health

To burn more calories, just stand

by Chloe Reichel | February 5, 2018

Standing rather than sitting burns, on average, an additional 0.15 calories per minute.

Expert Commentary

child on step
Health

Child abuse in the US: Resources for journalists

by Chloe Reichel | February 2, 2018

Research on child abuse in America, with a focus on incidence, risk factors and sentencing.

Expert Commentary

Judge's gavel and books
Criminal Justice, Politics & Government, Race & Gender

Sex discrimination cases more likely to settle under female judges

by Denise-Marie Ordway | January 31, 2018

Alleged victims of workplace sex discrimination are more likely to settle their federal lawsuits and be awarded compensation under a woman judge, a study suggests. 

Expert Commentary

Empty hallway of school
Education, Politics & Government, Race & Gender

Lesbians and bisexual girls are more likely to be suspended, expelled

by Denise-Marie Ordway | January 29, 2018

Teen girls who are attracted to other girls are much more likely to be suspended or expelled from school than straight girls, a new study suggests.

Expert Commentary

cigarettes
Health

Whether a pack or a puff, smoking habits pose significant risk

by Chloe Reichel | January 29, 2018

Smoking just one cigarette a day puts people at a much higher risk of heart disease and stroke than those who abstain entirely.

Expert Commentary

People at a gun show
Criminal Justice, Health

1 in 4 handgun owners carry loaded weapons monthly

by Denise-Marie Ordway | January 26, 2018

About a quarter of U.S. adult handgun owners carry a loaded firearm with them at least once a month, a new study suggests. Around a third do it on a daily basis.

Expert Commentary

Football
Economics, Health

In football, more to consider than concussions for CTE risk

by Chloe Reichel | January 25, 2018

New research suggests even mild head injuries pose a risk for the development of chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), a neurodegenerative disease.

Expert Commentary

referee
Health, Race & Gender

When research findings don’t agree

by Chloe Reichel | January 25, 2018

Dr. Lauren Wallner shares advice on how journalists might reconcile different research findings and how best to conceptualize the growing field of disparities research.

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What does the removal of the 'protected areas' policy mean for hospitals?
Health, Politics & Government

What does the removal of the ‘protected areas’ policy mean for hospitals?

May 21, 2025

Medical and legal experts have issued detailed guidelines on responding to the removal of a policy that protected health care facilities from immigration enforcement activities. The information helps journalists to report on their local hospitals and empower patients to know their rights.

A journalist's guide to the climate risk data market
Economics, Environment

A journalist’s guide to the climate risk data market

May 20, 2025

Over the past decade, there’s been a proliferation of private firms offering highly detailed climate risk assessments for sale. Here’s what journalists need to know about this burgeoning market — plus, six big questions they should ask.

Expert Commentary

For journalists who cover immigration, better ICE detention data now available
Criminal Justice, Politics & Government

For journalists who cover immigration, better ICE detention data now available

May 15, 2025

Researchers created a new method to calculate how many people are detained at ICE facilities – and uncovered some hidden population spikes that don’t appear in ICE’s own reports.

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