Research on social media and its effects on people. Covers sleep and mood, body image, self-objectification, and the platforms' wider social impact.
A study published in Neurology found that 82% of people with Parkinson's reported one or more eye problems, compared to 48% without the disease. Eye problems often interfered with daily life for 68% of those with Parkinson's, affecting activities like driving and reading.
A study in the Clinical Journal of Sport Medicine reports that most patients with sports-related mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) do not achieve clinical recovery within two weeks after injury. Recovery times varied by age and presence of concussion modifiers, highlighting the importance of early access to care.
A NUS study analyzed over 31,500 photographs from 185 countries to find a positive correlation between nature experiences and life satisfaction globally. The research team discovered that images of fun activities and vacations are more likely to contain elements of nature.
The Journal of International Marketing explores the impact of digital environments on international marketing, with research highlighting key trends and frameworks. Studies examine social media, global brand building, customer journeys, dark net markets, and more, shedding light on the latest developments in the field.
A preliminary study found that people who engage in regular physical activity have bigger brains than their inactive peers. The results showed that those who were most active had larger total brain volume, equivalent to nearly four years of brain aging slower, compared to the inactive group.
A study found that social studies teachers' ideological bias affects their evaluation of mainstream news outlets. Conservative teachers rated Fox News as most credible, while liberal teachers deemed it least credible. The study highlights the importance of media literacy in education.
Researchers investigated extremist groups' online and offline networks, finding that financing and ideology dissemination are crucial components. The study aimed to pave the way for early intervention and prevention, analyzing online content and biographies of convicted individuals.
A recent study by Flinders University found that exposure to #fitspiration images increases negative mood and body dissatisfaction among young women. In contrast, exercise behavior was not significantly affected by viewing these images.
A preliminary study found that Rock Steady Boxing participants reported significant improvements in quality of life areas, including depression, fatigue, and fear of falling. The program also boosted confidence in exercising, with current participants scoring better on standardized scales than non-participants.
A recent study found that disclaimers on some false news stories can make people more willing to believe other false stories. In contrast, placing 'Verified' tags on true stories eliminates the problem. The study's findings suggest a solution for social media platforms to improve their labeling systems.
A study published in Nature Human Behaviour found that exposure to 'fake news' during the 2016 US presidential election has been overstated. Untrustworthy websites accounted for less than half of all Americans' visits and only six percent of their news diets on average.
A study found that older adults who experience excessive daytime sleepiness are at increased risk of developing diabetes, cancer, and heart disease. Researchers analyzed data from over 10,000 participants and discovered a significant link between daytime sleepiness and the development of these conditions.
Researchers studied how infants learn language through vocal interactions with caregivers, identifying key features of effective communication structures. They also analyzed the spread of information on social media and in offline networks, highlighting the importance of accounting for neighbors' biases and geographic segregation.
A recent study published in Neurology found that individuals who follow a vegetarian diet rich in nuts, vegetables, and soy have a lower risk of ischemic stroke. The study, which followed two groups of people from Buddhist communities in Taiwan for an average of six years, also found a significant reduction in overall stroke risk.
Etesami aims to develop a platform that simulates human behavior in dynamic social networks like Facebook or Twitter. By analyzing data from these simulations, his team plans to build a richer model to predict and control the spread of false news.
A study analyzing 5,000 non-surgical rhinoplasties found high efficacy and safety with low complication rates. The procedure involves targeting critical aesthetic points on the nose and using hyaluronic acid filler for reversibility and convenience. Long-lasting results were observed in approximately 32% of patients.
A new study from University of South Australia found that social media literacy can help individuals change their perceptions of the 'tanned ideal' and reduce their risk of skin cancer. The research tested 151 young Australian adults and found that those with higher media literacy skills were less likely to idealize a golden tan.
A recent study found that social media significantly increased expressions of distrust in government regarding vaccines after the 2018 Changchun Changsheng Biotechnology vaccine incident. The researchers also observed a decrease in self-reports of vaccination and expressed support for vaccine acceptance in China.
The Data Science Institute team received the Facebook Systems for Machine Learning Award for their research on co-training machine learning models. The project aims to enhance machine learning models for scalability and adaptability, particularly in recommendation systems used by Netflix, Amazon, and Facebook.
People with mild to moderate Parkinson's disease showed significant improvements in speech, handwriting, and motor skills after playing pingpong once a week for six months. The study found that participants experienced reductions in symptoms such as tremors, rigidity, and balance problems.
Treating stroke patients in mobile stroke units speeds up treatment and reduces disability. The Berlin Prehospital Or Usual Delivery trial found that prehospital treatment in a mobile stroke unit improved patient outcomes compared to usual care.
Research confirms lower 0.25mg/kg dose of tenecteplase is appropriate for eligible stroke patients, reducing symptomatic intracranial hemorrhage and improving blood flow in rural centers. The study found no advantage to increasing the dose beyond 0.25mg/kg and provides reassurance about a window of safety.
A University of York study reveals that community question answering sites like Yahoo! Answers are plagued by hate speech and Islamophobia when discussing terrorism. The research found sensitive questions were more likely to be submitted anonymously and loaded with negative emotions.
A study found that excessive selfie editing and time invested in creating perfect selfies are related to self-objectification, leading to body shame and anxiety. Researchers advise parents to monitor their teens' phone behavior and engage in conversations about self-esteem.
A game theory model captures and assesses election interference by analyzing social media activity and polls, echoing the 2016 election. The model's results reflect real-world scenarios, including Russian Twitter fake accounts' influence.
Experts provide a timeline for patients to be rechecked for colorectal cancer based on their initial colonoscopy and recommend the safest techniques to completely remove polyps. Screening is recommended to begin at age 50, with follow-up colonoscopies every 3-10 years depending on polyp size and removal.
A study found that people exposed to vaccine content on social media were more likely to be misinformed about vaccines than those exposed to it on traditional media. Up to 20% of respondents were at least somewhat misinformed, with common claims including the link between vaccines and autism.
Social media pages can become memorials when someone dies, but digital ownership and access are unclear. Faheem Hussain explores these issues in his research, highlighting the need for global solutions to ensure data management is inclusive and secure.
A recent study highlights journalism's role in preventing the spread of misinformation, particularly in science and health. According to Dan Gillmor, co-founder of the News Co/Lab, journalists have a special duty to avoid being fooled and help consumers learn to sort out truth from falsehood.
A new study from the University of Colorado Boulder found that social media makes breakups harder to get distance from due to constant reminders and encounters with exes. Even when users take measures to remove their exes from their online lives, social media returns them multiple times a day.
A new review in the Canadian Medical Association Journal suggests an association between excessive smartphone and social media use and mental distress among adolescents. The authors provide guidance for physicians, parents, and teachers on how to help teens achieve a healthy balance between device use and other aspects of their lives.
A new article from the Journal of Vocational Rehabilitation reveals effective but underutilized practices for including employees with disabilities in workplaces. These include partnering with disability organizations, auditing hiring practices, and providing supervisor training. The survey also found that a higher commitment from uppe...
Researchers analyzed web browsing behavior of 5,000 German Internet users, discovering that intermediaries like Facebook and Google encourage more visits to news sites and greater news site diversity. This counters the notion of filter bubbles and echo chambers on the Internet.
A study explores how Tinder users employ the app for off-label uses, including multilevel marketing, health campaigning, and political activism. The investigation reveals a thriving online ecosystem where users adapt the platform to suit their needs.
A new study from Aston University found that social media users are influenced by their friends' eating habits. The research suggests that those who believe their friends consume junk food are more likely to overeat themselves. In contrast, those who think their friends eat healthy diets tend to consume more portions of fruit and veg.
A study published in Scientific Reports found that high volumes of mental health-related tweets were associated with a significant increase in crisis referrals to two London hospitals. The researchers analyzed data from 2010-2014 and observed a 5-15% rise in crisis episodes on days with higher-than-average tweet activity discussing dep...
A new study found that cluster headaches can lead to significant disruptions in daily life, with people missing an average of 16 sick days and 63 disability days per year. The study also revealed sex differences in the impact of cluster headaches on work capacity, with women experiencing more frequent and longer-lasting symptoms than men.
Researchers at the University of Tokyo developed an algorithm that combines statistical modeling techniques with machine learning-based image recognition to analyze social media data. The algorithm predicts consumer purchases and allows brands to identify potential customers.
Researchers found that hiring managers perceive candidates with self-absorbed or overly opinionated social media profiles as less suitable for employment. The study also discovered that content suggesting drug or alcohol use has a smaller impact on perceptions of employment suitability.
Research from Binghamton University found that publicly sharing goals only affects those who care about public perception. Immediate feedback and high incentives are crucial for goal persistence after a failure. People who don't value public reputation aren't affected by the public or private nature of a goal.
A Rutgers study found that online images of men and women in certain occupations tend to reinforce existing gender stereotypes. The research analyzed search results from four digital media platforms and compared them to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' data, revealing prevalent biases in librarianship, nursing, computer programming...
The Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology (SIOP) and SHRM announced Walmart and Wendy's as winners of the 2019-2020 Human Resource Management (HRM) Impact Award. The award recognizes organizations with outstanding evidence-based HR management practices, such as Walmart's Retail Associate Assessment (RAA) project and Wend...
A new study suggests that people who consume higher amounts of the antioxidant flavonol are less likely to develop Alzheimer's dementia. The research, which followed 921 participants for six years, found that those with higher flavonol intake had a 48% lower risk of developing the disease.
A new study evaluated the quality of plastic surgery videos on YouTube, finding that most are low-quality and inaccurate. The study suggests that patients should be cautious when seeking information online and encourage plastic surgeons to produce high-quality educational content.
A new study finds that hyaluronic acid dermal filler treatment can restore a more youthful pattern of facial expressiveness. The treatment reduces facial strain and strain levels across various facial expressions, resulting in more natural-looking results.
Researchers developed a model to study online polarization and echo chambers, finding that discourse becomes less stable when like-minded groups form. The model accurately replicated Twitter data on polarization and debates, providing insight into social network dynamics.
A study by BC Centre for Disease Control and University of British Columbia found that two-thirds of people who use drugs are aware they've taken fentanyl. The study emphasizes the importance of harm reduction services, substance treatment, and pharmaceutical alternatives to reduce devastating impacts of fentanyl on communities.
Researchers analyzed Twitter data during the 2014 Ukraine-Russia conflict and found that pro-Kremlin sentiment was high in Crimea but low elsewhere. The study suggests that social media data can be used as a source of military intelligence to estimate potential casualties and costs incurred from occupying foreign territories.
A new study published in Neurology found that young black and Latino people are less likely to be disabled or die within three months after a hemorrhagic stroke. The study, which involved 418 participants, found significant differences in recovery rates among racial and ethnic groups.
A study found that positive vaping hashtags are used 10,000 times more often than an FDA awareness campaign hashtag on Instagram, indicating the limited impact of the campaign. Vaping posts received nearly three times more 'likes' after the campaign launch and were associated with higher nicotine concentrations.
A new study found that cyberbullying significantly increases symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, anger, and fantasy dissociation among young people. Participants who reported being cyberbullied also showed higher levels of lifetime emotional abuse.
The Mobile Source Transit Security (MSTS) system is a first line of defense against radiological terrorism, providing situational awareness and security for mobile radiological materials. Developed by PNNL, the system consists of detection devices and radiofrequency tags to track radiological material.
A recent study found that climate change NGOs from rich countries in the global north and Oceania are dominating the online conversation on Twitter, leaving those in developing nations at risk of being left out. The research highlights a stark divide in who is leading the international conversation on climate change among NGOs.
Researchers developed an AI system to analyze hundreds of thousands of comments on social media, identifying positive comments defending disenfranchised minorities. The system can reduce manual efforts to find these 'help speech' comments by up to 88%.
A study by Kiel University researchers has identified a consistent counterclockwise deviation in the orientation of newly built Early Neolithic houses in Central and Eastern Europe. The finding is attributed to the phenomenon known as pseudo-neglect, where humans tend to prefer their left visual field.
Corning is showcasing its advanced 3D cell culture portfolio, including Corning Elplasia plates and Matrigel matrix. The company will demonstrate how these tools address advancements in 3D cell culture and cell therapy research for drug screening, cancer biology, stem cell biology, and immunology applications.
A new study analyzing thousands of tweets reveals widespread misunderstanding of miscarriage's physical, emotional, and psychological impacts. Celebrity disclosures also sparked personal sharing of experiences, with grief and annoyance being the most common emotions expressed.
The report, Digital Political Ethics: Aligning Principles with Practice, recommends best practices for digital campaigns to promote fair elections. It offers guidelines on issues like microtargeting, data transparency, and security of voter data.
Researchers developed an AI system that tracks evolving online conversations to spot online trolling. The GloVe model discovers new and relevant keywords to reveal clusters of terms used in #MeToo discussions.
Researchers have successfully developed a new production method for single-walled carbon nanotubes, addressing the issue of variability in nanotube sources. The new process, led by Swansea University and NoPo Nanotechnologies, has shown favorable comparisons to historically available materials.