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Michigan State's Department of Communication develops cutting-edge communication research to challenge the norms and methods of modern communication.
Concerned about sleep hygiene? A little media before bed can be as beneficial as counting sheep
Feeling tired? Wondering if screen time affects your sleep? A recent study by an interdisciplinary team of MSU researchers shows that watching a little TV or streaming something on your iPad or smart phone can actually be beneficial to night-time slumber. Allison Eden of the MSU College of Communication Arts and Sciences said she was surprised by the research results, but intrigued by support for a more nuanced view on the effects of media on sleep.
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Labs
In our communication labs we study the effects of the digital world and virtual reality on human interaction, nonverbal communication, face-to-face experiences and more for use in areas like education, training, therapy and rehabilitation.
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Vernon Miller
ProfessorDepartment
CommunicationVernon Miller’s research focuses on the communicative aspects of the employment interview, organizational entry, and role negotiation as well as large-scale organizational change processes.
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Tai-Quan "Winson" Peng
Associate ProfessorDepartment
CommunicationWinson Peng (Ph.D., City University of Hong Kong) is an Associate Professor of the Department of Communication, Michigan State University.
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Allison Eden
Associate ProfessorDepartment
CommunicationDr. Allison Eden (Ph.D. Michigan State University) is an associate professor in the Department of Communication.
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