Articles tagged with Social Media
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.
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 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...
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 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.
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.
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.
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...
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.
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.
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 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 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 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.
A study by Ohio State University suggests that college students' Facebook friends rarely provide support to encourage help for depression. The study found that most friends responded with supportive gestures, but participants were unlikely to ask for help.
Fulminant myocarditis, a rare condition causing severe inflammation of the heart, is increasingly being recognized due to advancements in technology. Early recognition, circulatory support, and maintenance of end-organ function can lead to favorable outcomes for patients with fulminant myocarditis.
A study by Dr Brianna Verigin found that nearly half of all lies are told by a small number of prolific liars, who use their charm and words to deceive others. These expert liars prefer face-to-face interactions and often lie to close family members and colleagues.
A USC study found that social bots perpetuated bogus health claims about cannabis on Twitter, drowning out solid science. The study analyzed tens of thousands of cannabis-related posts and found that bot-generated tweets were more likely to discuss health claims.
Researchers harness cyber security techniques to give control to those targeted, without resorting to censorship. Algorithms can identify potential hate speech and provide a score for its likelihood, allowing users to view or delete unseen content.
A large desalination plant in Sydney, Australia, has been found to attract certain species of fish, increasing their abundance at the discharge site. The researchers suggest that turbulence caused by high-pressure release of salty solution may be responsible for this effect.
A recent study published in Appetite found that people who pay more attention to media coverage about Trump's diet are more likely to view fast food as a socially acceptable meal option. This increased attention is also associated with a greater likelihood of eating fast food in the near future, regardless of party affiliation.
A recent study by Washington State University researchers found that Instagram helps young adults develop friendships in real life, particularly for those who are more reserved and open to new experiences. The platform's visual features and ease of use encouraged self-expression, leading to deeper relationships offline.
Researchers at the University of Waterloo developed an AI tool that uses deep-learning algorithms to determine if claims are supported by other posts and stories on the same subject. The system achieved 90% accuracy in stance detection, a key area of research in detecting fake news.
A new study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences has created a data-driven 'vocation compass' that suggests different occupations tend to have distinct personality profiles. The research used Twitter data to group similar jobs together, revealing that software programmers and scientists are often open to exp...
A study of Twitter data from over 128,000 users found that individuals in similar occupations share similar personality traits. This suggests that social media profiles could be used to predict career suitability and recommend suitable occupations.
Several studies investigate how social media shapes consumers' perceptions of food technologies, including GMOs, and the resulting disinformation. Researchers analyze online articles, social media engagement, and brain responses to infographics about food technologies, highlighting the need for effective communication campaigns.
Researchers found that government regimes shifted their Twitter strategy after protests, using diverse topics and hashtags to distract citizens. The opposition also became less focused in response, potentially due to the regime's social media strategy.
A study of over 31,750 people found that those who took long naps or slept for nine or more hours per night were at a higher risk of stroke. The researchers also found that poor sleep quality was associated with an increased risk of stroke.
Dr. Jeanne Zanca, a senior research scientist at Kessler Foundation, was named Fellow of the ACRM for her outstanding record of professional service and national significance in spinal cord injury rehabilitation research. Her work focuses on prevention and management of secondary complications of SCI.
A study on Instagram users' experiences of miscarriage reveals rich descriptions of medical and physical aspects, as well as emotional spectrum, social aspect, and family identity. The findings inform patient care by highlighting the need for clinicians to address emotional needs and redefine recurrent pregnancy loss.
Research found that social media use is associated with disordered eating behaviors and thoughts in young adolescents, especially girls. The study also identified strict exercise and meal skipping as common practices among adolescents with disordered eating.
A recent study found that platforms like Instagram and Snapchat are linked to disordered eating behaviors in young girls and boys. The research suggests that social media use is associated with a higher likelihood of disordered eating thoughts and behaviors, particularly among those who spend more time on these platforms.
A new study found that while social media analysis may identify those with depression symptoms, users are concerned about the risks to their privacy. Many respondents were uneasy with the concept of profiling their SM content for depression and feared stigmatisation or misdiagnosis.
Repeated exposure to fake news can make it seem more acceptable to share, even if individuals know it's false. In a series of experiments involving over 2,500 participants, researchers found that people rate fake headlines as less unethical to publish and share when seen multiple times.
Researchers at Boston Children's Hospital used online data to track alcohol use in states with varying policies, finding clear associations between online behavior and drinking habits. The study suggests that mining online data could help monitor the effects of local alcohol control policies.
US President Donald Trump's Twitter use 'hyper-personalised, character assassinated and used unprofessional language' to gain support, the authors say. His tweets proved devastatingly effective in the 2016 election campaign.
Researchers at Oxford University Press USA argue that Queen Elizabeth I wrote a manuscript translation of Tacitus's Annales, based on unique handwriting styles and paper features. The study provides the first substantial work by Elizabeth I in over a century and sheds light on the politics and culture of the Elizabethan court.
Researchers have developed a new manufacturing process that could enable ultra-efficient atomic computers storing more data and consuming 100 times less power. The technique, known as hydrogen lithography, allows for faster fabrication of atomic-scale computers.
Researchers have discovered that people make choices based on a model of the 'mind of the group' and an evolving simulation of its effects. In large groups, humans create an average model of a 'mind' representative of the group, even when identities are unknown.
Researchers will enroll 129 patients with upper extremity hemiparesis and limited hand movement to test contralaterally controlled functional electrical stimulation (CCFES), a new rehabilitation intervention developed by Jayme S. Knutson, PhD. The study aims to determine the optimal method for restoring hand function in stroke survivors.
Researchers at Carnegie Mellon University have developed a method to automatically identify memes and apply prewritten templates to add descriptive alt text, making them intelligible via existing assistive technologies. This system aims to bridge the gap in accessibility for meme usage among people with visual impairments.