Articles tagged with Social Media
Researchers used Twitter data to model how lifestyle factors such as social status, pollution exposure, and interpersonal interaction influence health. They found that even people who regularly talk about exercising get sick more often than those who actually exercise.
A new study by Michigan State University found that US citizens spend nearly twice as much time on social networking sites (52 minutes/day) compared to Chinese participants (28 minutes/day). In contrast, Chinese participants rarely use these sites, with only 4% of them using them regularly.
Researchers found that African American and Latino men who have sex with men voluntarily used health-related Facebook groups to discuss HIV knowledge, stigma, and prevention, leading to increased requests for home-based HIV tests. The study suggests social media can be a useful tool for collecting and analyzing data, saving money and i...
A study by University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus researcher Christopher Sibona found that 40% of people would avoid someone who unfriended them in real life. The factors predicting avoidance include the person's emotional response, geographical distance, and the strength of the relationship before the unfriending.
The NOAA report reveals that 'no-take' protections in the Tortugas Ecological Reserve have boosted fish populations and fisheries, including a resurgence of spawning mutton snapper. Commercial catches of reef fish have increased without financial losses for regional fishers.
A recent University of Michigan study found that young adults in Generation X maintain a healthy balance between personal and electronic social networking. The study, which included responses from 3,027 Gen Xers, also revealed that individuals with higher levels of education tend to have larger social networks.
A recent study by Kansas State University researchers found that company policies alone are insufficient to curb cyberloafing, which results in lost productivity and potential legal trouble. Consistent enforcement of policies is key to reducing this behavior.
A study published in Journal of Youth and Adolescence reveals that peer competition, rather than exposure to thin media ideals or social media use, is a significant predictor of body dissatisfaction and eating disorder symptoms among adolescent girls. Peer competition was found to predict lower life satisfaction as well.
A new tweet-screening method developed by Johns Hopkins researchers delivers real-time data on flu cases, filtering out online chatter that is not linked to actual flu infections. The system produces accurate results comparable to government disease data, making it a valuable tool for public health officials.
A recent study from Brigham Young University found that 15 percent of tweets contain accurate location information, which could aid in tracking disease outbreaks. The researchers used this data to demonstrate the potential of Twitter-based monitoring systems for public health.
A new study reveals that cyber-bullying often occurs among friends, former friends, and former dating partners, rather than between strangers. Online self-disclosure can also negatively affect intimacy and satisfaction in romantic relationships.
A new study found that Facebook posts are remarkably memorable, outperforming both human faces and sentences from books in terms of retention. The researchers suggest that this is due to the casual, gossipy language used in microblogs, which taps into people's basic language capacities.
Researchers found that Facebook status updates were significantly more memorable than sentences from books and faces. The study suggests that the casual, personal style of digital communication resonates with our hardwired memory abilities.
A new study found that people's memory for Facebook posts is stronger than their memory for human faces or sentences from books. The researchers suggest that this is because online posts are in 'mind-ready' formats, which are spontaneous, unedited, and closer to natural speech.
Researchers found that users who focus on close friends' updates experience increased self-esteem, but also display less self-control. This can lead to higher body-mass indexes, credit-card debt, and binge eating. Social network use is linked to poorer offline behaviors in individuals with strong social connections.
Research suggests hard-hitting graphic tobacco warnings may help smokers of all backgrounds quit, with consistent reactions across racial/ethnic and socioeconomic groups. The study found that pictorial warning labels were more effective at highlighting the dangers of smoking and encouraging quitters.
Research shows that individuals with depression after a stroke have a tripled risk of dying early and four times the risk of death from stroke. Screening for and treating depression in stroke survivors may be key to addressing these risks, according to study author Amytis Towfighi.
Academic researchers are struggling with establishing adequate guidelines for social network-based studies, particularly concerning adolescent participants' consent and privacy. The Common Rule and existing regulations provide a basis for allowing adolescents to consent without parental permission, but there is confusion around the thr...
A recent study by University of Arizona professor Sudha Ram analyzed the Twitter activity of 12 major news organizations over a six-month period. The research found that articles on Twitter dissipate fairly quickly, with retweeting typically ending between 10 and 72 hours after an article is originally shared. The BBC had the maximum r...
Researchers Dominique Brossard and Dietram Scheufele warn that online science news can narrow public discourse and color opinions, particularly through comments sections. They argue that scientists need to engage in active discussions across disciplines to effectively reach large audiences and ensure the dissemination of unbiased infor...
A study by Baylor University and Clemson University researchers found that student-athletes often use Twitter during games to receive real-time commentary. The study highlights the risks of critical tweets and the importance of social media training for student-athletes.
A study by Keith Wilcox and Andrew T. Stephen found that Facebook usage can lead to reduced self-control, resulting in unhealthy snacking, increased body mass index, and higher credit card debt among users with many close friends. The research highlights the potential negative impact of social media on consumer well-being.
A study found that social ties have a stronger effect on content generation than the reverse, leading to a self-reinforcing cycle of network growth. Researchers suggest that incentivizing user connections through better tools can increase ad revenue.
A study reveals that just 28.8% of young people in Spain read newspapers on a daily basis, while 77.4% rely on social networks for news. The results indicate a significant shift in news consumption habits among this age group, with social media playing a leading role.
A team of astronomers has discovered an excess of X-ray radiation in the first few minutes of collapsing massive stars, potentially revealing the signature of the supernova shock wave. This breakthrough could enable the detection of new supernovae earlier than current methods, allowing for more precise monitoring and analysis.
About one in four physicians use social media daily to scan or explore medical information, with oncologists more likely to keep up with innovation. Meanwhile, primary care physicians use social media to get in touch with peers and learn from them.
The Deepwater Horizon oil spill provided valuable lessons for future response efforts, emphasizing the importance of preparation and knowledge. Papers present a behind-the-scenes look at the extensive scientific and engineering effort assembled to respond to the disaster, evaluating the accuracy of information used in real-time.
A study from the Sauder School of Business at UBC found that when customers believe they're to blame for a product's failure, they're more likely to shift blame and increase ill will towards it. This can lead to negative ratings and decreased favorability after complaining.
A Kansas State University-led research team is studying the potential of social media to prevent the spread of infectious diseases. By analyzing human behavior and identifying key groups to reach with health information, researchers hope to develop a more robust preventative society against infectious diseases.
Researchers at Clemson's Social Media Listening Center are developing techniques to analyze the implications of social media for national elections. They have created a prototype visualization tool that captures social media posts related to selected races in the 2012 Congressional election.
Researchers at Oak Ridge National Laboratory have made significant progress in fabricating advanced nanomaterials with improved properties. The controlled assembly of nanostructures enables the creation of self-assembled films with novel and unprecedented properties suitable for various electrical and electronic applications.
A Johns Hopkins doctor argues that comprehensive guidelines for physicians on disclosing conflicts of interest on social media are lacking. Electronic tags and online profiles could help address this issue, DeCamp says, as physicians' posts can be re-tweeted and potentially biased by financial conflicts.
The study found that 80% of allergist Twitter users have more than 50 followers, while 78% follow at least one peer. Allergy-related tweets accounted for 49% of the analyzed content, with 52% containing hyperlinks.
A study presented at the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology Annual Scientific Meeting found that peanut allergy rates are higher in families with higher economic status. The 'hygiene hypothesis' suggests that a lack of early childhood exposure to germs may contribute to allergic diseases.
A study by the American College of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology found a higher incidence of alpha-gal sensitization in regions with lone star ticks. This allergy causes delayed reactions after consuming red meats, such as beef, pork, and lamb, posing a life-threatening risk.
Studies found that half of children with egg allergies can tolerate baked eggs, and 55% outgrow the allergy entirely. Baked eggs are found to be less allergenic than raw eggs, making them a safer option for those with egg allergies.
A recent study by George Bizer and colleagues found that negatively framed political attitudes are stronger than positively framed attitudes, particularly when people process the messages deeply. This effect is strengthened when people think more deeply about the issues involved.
Researchers are developing high-technology ways to see and think about modern cities, using tools like online mapping and modelling to transform the urban experience. This technology enables real-time engagement with citizens through social media, providing valuable insights into city movements and activity patterns.
A WSU study found that young adults who use social media to express their political beliefs are more likely to participate in public affairs. The study analyzed over 400 undergraduate college students and found that those interested in election information were more likely to use digital sources to learn about elections.
Virginia Tech researchers developed a computer-based system to analyze social media posts for vehicle defects, a first large-scale case study confirming the value of social media in vehicle quality management. The system can sift through millions of unrelated posts to identify useful information on safety and performance issues.
Scientists at CAMH identified a potential new approach to preventing smoking relapse by targeting brain receptors involved in nicotine exposure. The protein peptide showed promise in reducing attempts to seek nicotine in an animal model of relapse.
A new study by Katie Davis finds that digital media helps teens foster a sense of belonging and share personal problems, but the impact on autonomous self-development is unclear. Digital connectedness may support an outward-looking self, reliant on others for affirmation.
A new study by Christine Greenhow at Michigan State University found that Twitter use among students improves course engagement and grades. Students who tweet as part of their instruction are more engaged with the content and have higher grades.
A study published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine found that Facebook-based STI prevention messages encouraged condom use among young adults, with 68% reporting condom use two months after the intervention. The effects decreased over time but remained significant compared to traditional HIV prevention programs.
A Clemson University and University of Louisville study found that sports journalists used Twitter to post biased commentary during the Penn State sex abuse scandal, blurring personal and professional boundaries. The research highlights the challenges of maintaining objectivity in social media news reporting.
A study by Penn State researchers found that people perceive tweets and retweets differently depending on the source, with original tweets from popular doctors being most credible. Non-medical professionals with a large following were also seen as more trustworthy than doctors who retweet health messages.
The Society of Interventional Radiology's flagship publication has launched a new app for iPad users, offering convenient access to interventional radiology literature and multimedia. The app allows readers to browse the latest issue, save articles, take notes, and share content on social media.
Researchers will investigate how cybercriminals make money, interact with victims and defenders, and establish relationships among thieves. The project aims to identify opportunities for interventions and defenses against cybercrime by understanding the human factor in security.
A qualitative study of teenage patients found they spend a great deal of time online, guarding their privacy consciously. They prioritize social and psychological privacy but are concerned about data collection for targeted ads.
A study by UC San Diego researchers found that Facebook's 'get out the vote' message boosted voter turnout by an estimated 340,000 votes in 2010. The study showed that social influence and peer pressure played a crucial role in encouraging people to participate in elections.
A new algorithm developed by Georgia Tech can identify influencers as information changes within a network, making it more efficient than existing algorithms. The software can process streaming graphs up to 100 times faster and has wide-ranging applications in advertising, transportation, and other fields.
The Gruber Foundation honored Mary Gehring and Valerie Horsley with the Rosalind Franklin Young Investigator Award for their groundbreaking research in Arabidopsis epigenetics and mouse genetic models. The awards recognize early career female scientists making significant contributions to genetics.
Adolescents in foster care are at risk of cyber-bullying, privacy loss and personal harm due to lack of guidelines on social media use. Child welfare agencies should develop policies to guide their online activities, says MU expert.
A new study by Northwestern University found that most Americans feel empowered and enthusiastic about the high volume of information available, rather than feeling overwhelmed.
Researchers from Northeastern University used Twitter data to analyze voting patterns in American Idol, predicting the outcome of votes with high accuracy. The study also identified geographical influences on voting patterns, suggesting that a different outcome might have occurred if voting had been open to international fans.
Fit Brains, a top online brain fitness platform, has achieved 75 million brain game scores played by over 5 million users. The company is celebrating with a charitable incentive, donating $10 to a brain research foundation for each new membership in September.
A University of Dayton study found that homeless individuals have equal access to social media platforms, including Facebook, where they can build support networks and solve practical issues. Social media becomes a refuge for them, a place to interact without being judged.
HASTAC has received a $294,000 grant from the National Science Foundation to study its own social network, focusing on effective ways to support interdisciplinary collaborations. The study will analyze six years' worth of data from the HASTAC website, examining mentoring and virtual peer connections.
Wolters Kluwer Health has renewed its partnership with the American Academy of Neurology to publish Neurology, Continuum: Lifelong Learning in Neurology, Neurology Today, Neurology Now, and Neurology Clinical Practice. The AAN journals have won multiple publishing awards and are widely recognized for their value in the field.
A new study by Professor Kimberley Scharf suggests that having more Facebook friends can reduce the likelihood of sharing information about charitable causes, as people rely on others to pass on information. In smaller, closer-knit groups, people are more likely to give to charities.