Articles tagged with Social Media
A study using social media data revealed that popular bird species sites have higher visitation rates, while sites with high tourism facilities receive more visitors. The research suggests that these areas face potentially great threats or opportunities due to high numbers of visitors, emphasizing the need for conservation efforts.
A UTSA political scientist analyzes the UN's Twitter feed to understand its potential as a diplomacy tool. The researcher found that tweets from the UN and its member states are often self-referential and lack substantial debate on global issues, resulting in limited engagement.
A national Taiwanese health database study found people with bipolar disorder were nearly seven times as likely to develop Parkinson's disease as those without the condition. The risk was higher for those hospitalized more frequently, developing the disease at a younger age.
A proof-of-concept study found that special goggles measuring eye movements can accurately diagnose vertigo types, including Meniere's disease. The study showed improved sensitivity and specificity compared to audio tests.
Researchers at Penn Medicine found that Twitter users with depression and anxiety tend to post less vivid photos with lower aesthetic values, often featuring grayscale images of their faces. The study's lead author noted that this 'flat affect' is characterized by reduced expression and displays of emotion.
A recent study analyzing Twitter comments found that ISIS remains successful at inspiring low-level attacks due to its 'call for lone jihad' messaging. The research discovered correlations between media coverage, online conversations, and support levels towards the group.
A new study from the University of Pennsylvania and George Washington University shows that collective intelligence can increase belief accuracy even in politically homogeneous groups. Participants in homogenous groups became 35% more accurate after exchanging information with one another, decreasing polarization.
A survey of 435 parents from 45 states found that most had read and written texts while driving, with millennial parents showing more reckless behavior. The study suggests potential intervention strategies, such as pediatrician conversations and app usage restrictions.
A new study on Twitter conversations about President Trump found that people are engaging in rich and engaging discussions to bridge political divides. The study revealed that participants tend to engage with those who have different beliefs and backgrounds, and that pleasant conversations are more likely to receive positive replies.
People tend to be more envious of future events than past ones, but the passage of time can reduce negative emotions. Research showed that imagining an event's aftermath leads to lower envy and stress.
A new study by LSU researchers found that scientists who post selfies on Instagram are perceived as warmer and more competent, challenging the stereotype that scientists are intelligent but not friendly. The study used social media platforms to bring scientists and non-scientists together, revealing that warmth is a key factor in deter...
Cardiovascular PET has grown into a staple of contemporary cardiovascular care, with emerging techniques expanding its applications to CAD, CMD, and vascular plaques. The development of new tracers and absolute flow assessment are poised to further improve diagnostic information and treatment outcomes.
The article discusses the importance of multimodality imaging training for general and advanced cardiology fellowships. The ideal training models remain undetermined, leaving uncertainties about manpower needs and cardiologist expertise.
The article discusses the practical clinical applications of cardiac computed tomography-derived fractional flow reserve (FFR-CT) in evaluating coronary artery disease (CAD). FFR-CT analysis may help reduce additive functional testing for patients with intermediate stenosis, providing a more efficient and accurate assessment of CAD.
A new study suggests that Facebook algorithms can lead to different results from the same advertising spend, creating new inequalities in online campaigning. Researchers argue that existing regulations need to be updated to capture the true extent of political spending on social media platforms.
A study of over 12,000 adolescent participants found that social media use was associated with improved life satisfaction across multiple domains. Girls showed a stronger link between social media and life satisfaction compared to boys.
A large-scale Oxford Internet Institute study of UK teenagers found that social media use had limited effects on life satisfaction, with some bidirectional effects observed. The researchers used improved data and statistical approaches to test the relationship between social media use and life satisfaction, finding modest trends.
The i-HOPE Study found that patients' priority unanswered questions include shared decision-making, patient-provider communication, and care transitions. By incorporating patient input, hospitals can improve hospitalization outcomes and provide more effective solutions.
A phase 3 study involving 336 participants found that isradipine did not slow the progression of Parkinson's symptoms over three years. Researchers will continue to work on finding a treatment for the disease despite negative results.
A University of Michigan study found that expressing empathy for victims after an extremist attack can alleviate negative responses from non-Muslims. However, accepting group responsibility can cultivate perceptions of collective guilt and backfire, increasing the perception that Muslim Americans are to blame for terrorist acts.
A small study found that teenagers' fear of being seen while seeking sexual health advice online is a significant barrier to accessing reliable information. The researchers call for more sensitive and user-friendly digital content to address this issue.
A team of UT researchers will monitor and analyze Russian information warfare tactics, measuring their effectiveness in shaping public opinion in Georgia, Ukraine, and Belarus. The project aims to model relationships between propaganda and opinion, assessing the impact of disinformation campaigns on democratic institutions.
A new study assesses the credibility of nine popular UK weight management influencers' blogs, finding that most failed to meet basic standards for transparency, evidence-based references, and nutrition guidance. Only one influencer met all the criteria, while those without nutritional qualifications scored lowest.
The study predicts that by 2070, the dead could outnumber the living on Facebook if current growth rates continue. The analysis raises important questions about who controls access to deceased user profiles and how they should be managed for the benefit of families, friends, and future historians.
Researchers used digital footprints to determine personality traits and matched them with images, finding that extroverts preferred simple images featuring people, while open-minded individuals favored cool colors. The study showed that personalized ads could increase consumer interest and purchase intentions.
Disinformation campaigns targeting American citizens during the 2016 election and other countries' efforts to spread fake news highlight the need for a psychological approach. Researchers propose using online games, emotional dampening tools and addressing political conditions to combat disinformation.
Rehabilitation psychologists argue that avoiding the term 'disability' has unintended consequences, including reinforcing negative attitudes. They advocate for reclaiming the term as a valued aspect of diversity and identity, and encourage others to normalize its use.
Researchers estimate tweet infectivity from early retweets to predict virality, finding that infectivity is a key driving force in determining tweet lifespan. A hybrid model combining infectivity and community models yields the most accurate predictions, highlighting the complexity of social network interactions.
A study found that celebrity fat-shaming events increased women's implicit negative weight-related attitudes, with more notorious incidents producing greater spikes. The research suggests that cultural emphasis on the thin ideal contributes to eating disorders, particularly among young women.
A new study in Nature Communications finds that the collective attention span is narrowing, with increasingly steep gradients of attention given to each cultural item. The accelerating vicissitudes of popular content are driven by the rapid exhaustion of limited attention resources, as suggested by a mathematical model with three basic...
A team of archaeologists has discovered the first example of Palaeolithic figurative cave art in the Balkan Peninsula, estimated to be around 34,000 years old. The site, Romualdova Pe?ina in Croatia, features paintings of a bison, ibex and possible anthropomorphic figures.
A new study found that authors' tweets about their own work increase dissemination of research on Twitter. Publications from top respiratory and critical care journals benefited most from author tweeting, with a significant increase in tweets at one year post-publication.
A study by Michigan State University found that online sexual experiences can predict offline risks, including HIV risk, sexual assault, and intimate partner violence. The researchers identified four classes of experience patterns, which predicted susceptibility to these outcomes.
Despite improvements in heart attack and heart disease care for older women, black women continue to face significant racial disparities in treatment. Postmenopausal black women were 50% less likely and Hispanic women 16% less likely to receive treatment when arriving at the hospital with symptoms compared to white women.
New research from Indiana University's Kelley School of Business reveals that social shows on TV actually increase online shopping for advertisers. Commercials airing in these programs generate more online sales on the advertiser's website, especially when paired with emotional ads.
A survey of 15 successful ECMO transport programs reveals variations in organization, team structure, and certification process. The study emphasizes the need for international standards and accreditation to ensure high-quality care.
A study by MU researcher Michael Kearney found that moderate users are avoiding politics on Twitter, potentially creating a void in the middle. This amplifies the existing trend of partisan users forming highly partisan networks.
A new method combines seismic data with crowdsourced information from the internet, smartphones, and Twitter to detect earthquakes more quickly. This approach reduces detection time for felt earthquakes to just 1-3 minutes, improving situational awareness.
A study of messaging patterns on an online dating platform reveals geographic distance as the strongest driver of reciprocal interactions. Researchers found 19 distinct communities that closely mirrored geographic regions across the US, with age and race also influencing dating markets.
Scientists have developed a non-invasive technique using portable X-ray fluorescence spectroscopy to study the layers of paint in rock art. This allows for the analysis of pictographs without causing damage to the artwork, revealing complex patterns and elemental makeup of pigments.
A new national study found that social media had only a small influence on how much people believed falsehoods about candidates and issues in the last two presidential elections. Interestingly, Facebook users were actually more accurate in their beliefs than those who consumed only other social media.
Researchers found a significant increase in tweets about embarrassment since Trump's election, with peaks around high-profile events like debates and controversies. The study suggests that people feel vicarious embarrassment due to Trump's norm violations as president, threatening their social integrity.
Researchers at Iowa State University found that practicing loving-kindness and extending good wishes to others reduces anxiety, increases happiness, and fosters social connection. The study suggests that this simple strategy is effective regardless of personality type.
A new study by MIT researchers puts a dollar value on free digital goods people use, including Facebook ($40-$50/month), YouTube ($1,173/year), and digital maps (59 euros/$67/month). The surveys drew 65,000 responses and found significant consumer surplus beyond prices paid.
Researchers found that commonly used observational approaches often fail to accurately measure ad effectiveness, overestimating its impact. Large-scale randomized controlled trials are considered the gold standard for evaluating ad campaigns.
A study found that anti-vaccination arguments center on four distinct themes: trust, alternatives, safety, and conspiracy. Researchers developed a framework to help clinicians open conversations with vaccine-hesitant parents and resist online misinformation.
A new University of Michigan study found that negative media portrayals of Muslim Americans can reduce their identification as Americans and weaken their trust in the U.S. government. The study suggests that exposure to biased news coverage can be a stronger factor than personal discrimination in shaping these attitudes.
Researchers found that individuals with second- and third-degree relatives who have had Alzheimer's are more likely to develop the disease. Having one first-degree relative and one second-degree relative increases risk by 21 times, while having four first-degree relatives increases risk nearly 15 times.
The project aims to understand how the Internet has influenced Orthodox Christianity, particularly in terms of social media and online practices. Researchers plan to analyze blogs, interview churchgoers, and examine the role of social media in shaping Orthodox traditions.
Researchers used virtual focus groups on Facebook to understand attitudes and behaviors towards HPV vaccination in rural and urban areas. They found that parents in rural areas were more likely to use emotional language and biology-related words, suggesting a need for targeted messaging campaigns.
A new study by Ohio University professor Dr. M. Laeeq Khan found that media and information literacy are key factors in recognizing misinformation on social media. The study suggests that individuals with strong information verification skills are less likely to share misinformation online.
The OU-led SCIPP is a multi-institutional research team focused on helping south central US communities build resilience to weather and climate extremes. The project aims to improve adaptability, planning, and preparedness in the face of climate-related challenges.
A recent study published in Journal of Applied Psychology found that supervisors tend to view victims of bullying as bullies themselves, even when evidence contradicts this claim. The study also revealed that victims receive lower job performance evaluations despite their exemplary work.
A study of 2,621 people found that those who followed Mediterranean and APDQS diets had less decline in cognitive function and poor thinking skills. The results suggest that maintaining good dietary practices throughout adulthood can help preserve brain health at midlife.
Researchers found that people with elevated symptoms of depression were 75% more likely to develop an ischemic stroke than those without depression. This association was seen even after adjusting for other risk factors.
A study of 135 people with multiple sclerosis found that drinking around 290 calories per day of soda or other sugar-sweetened beverages linked to more severe symptoms and a higher level of disability. Those who seldom consumed these beverages had less severe symptoms, highlighting the potential negative impact on MS progression.
Researchers at Carnegie Mellon University found that sharing personal information online can harm romantic relationships, but including a partner in the post can counteract this effect. The study suggests that overly personal posts can negatively impact partners' feelings of intimacy and satisfaction.
Researchers analyzed over 900 networks from biology, transportation, technology and more, finding that close to 50% don't meet the definition of a scale-free network. The study's findings suggest that the shape of a network determines its properties, including susceptibility to targeted attacks or disease outbreaks.
A recent University of Liverpool research published in Pediatrics highlights the negative influence of social media on children's food intake. The study found that marketing unhealthy foods through YouTube vloggers' Instagram pages increases children's immediate energy intake, with no significant effect from healthy snack marketing.
Researchers found that people who were severely obese were 62 percent less likely to die after a stroke, compared to those of normal weight. The study also discovered that being overweight or obese may have a nutritional reserve that helps them survive during prolonged illness.