Research & Creative Work
Whether we're focused on human-centered research, media research, games for entertainment and learning or documentary filmmaking – our faculty and students strive to make a difference and empower individuals.
Featured Work
Doctors on Call: Study Shows Impact of Telemedicine during COVID-19
While the demand for telemedicine typically trends low, the COVID-19 pandemic has necessitated more providers and patients explore the delivery of healthcare via phone, video conferencing, or web-based platform.
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The Sway of Social Media: Research Reveals Differences Between Platforms
Professor Increases HPV Vaccination Rates for Underserved Populations
MSU Researchers Release Free, Online Parenting Video Series as Michigan Families Stay Home
The COVID-19 Infodemic: Combatting ‘Dangerous’ Misinformation on Social Media
Centers and Labs
We have dedicated labs researching learning games, social science and technology, as well as a center focused on political and social issues related to media, communication and information policy.
Faculty
Shelia Cotten
MSU Foundation ProfessorDepartment
Media & InformationShelia R. Cotten is a Professor in the Department of Media and Information at Michigan State University. She studies technology use across the life course and the social, educational, and health impacts of that use.
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Sandi Smith
University Distinguished ProfessorDepartment
CommunicationSandi W. Smith is a University Distinguished Professor in the Department of Communication at Michigan State University.
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Esther Thorson
ProfessorDepartment
JournalismProfessor Thorson joined the College of Communication Arts faculty at MSU in fall, 2016. Prior, she was Associate Dean for Graduate Studies, and Research Director of the Reynolds Journalism Institute at the Missouri School of Journalism. Thorson holds the Ph.D. in psychology from the University of Minnesota, and attended undergraduate school at Macalester College.