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Nordic Researchers Release New Book Exploring Influencer Politics

The rise of social media influencers has transformed more than just brand marketing - it’s reshaping politics. In the book "Influencer Politics", editors Johanna Arnesson and Hanna Reinikainen examine how social media influencers shape political discourse, blending personal, political, and promotional content to impact public opinion.

How to Get Engaged in the Nordic Researcher Community? The Basic Steps

Are you interested in getting published or becoming engaged in the Nordic context? We’ve gathered all the ways you can connect, contribute, and publish within the Nordic media and communication researcher community.

NordMedia 2025 Introduces New Divisions and TWGs

The NordMedia 2025 Conference is set to bring fresh perspectives and more focused, specialised discussions to the Nordic media research community. Hosted in Odense, the conference will feature newly established Temporary Working Groups (TWGs) and Divisions.

Meet the Recipent of the Research Dissemination Award for 2024 

Her research has been featured in Forbes, The Washington Post, and The Guardian, as well as various Norwegian media outlets. Recently, she received the Research Dissemination Award from Norsk Medieforskerlaget for her commitment to "continuously bringing research to a broad audience." In our conversation with Natalia Kucirkova from the University of Stavanger, we discuss strategies for bridging the gap between research and the public, the representation of female researchers in mainstream media, and how media exposure influences the prioritisation of research topics.

Global Media and Information Literacy Week is Here Again

After one year's break, the Global Media and Information Literacy Week, a worldwide theme week dedicated to literacies related to media and initiated by UNESCO, will be celebrated on 24–30 October.

New Book Explores Social Media's Role in the Everyday Lives of Children and Youth in the Nordics

In the Nordic countries, digital media are deeply integrated into the daily lives of children and young people, more so than in most other parts of the world. A new provides a comprehensive look at how social media influence the lives of young people in this region.

The Balance Between Intervention and Professionalism 

In a new study published in Nordicom Review, researchers Jaana Hujanen, Lottie Jangdal, and their colleagues examine how Nordic journalists perceive their roles when reporting on environmental issues.

Farewell to Cultural Journalism?

It appears that soon only niche newspapers will prioritise cultural content in Norway. Are the once-busy culture departments on the verge of disappearing? asks Leif Ove Larsen.

What Am “I” Doing Here? Danish Researchers Explore the Power of First-Person Narrative in a New Anthology

A new anthology, "What am I doing here? A guide to first-person journalism", invites readers to rethink the role of the first-person narrative. Edited by Danish researchers and lecturers from the Danish School of Media and Journalism, the book makes a compelling case for the thoughtful use of "I" in journalistic storytelling, across mediums and genres.

What Can Media and Communication Studies Offer to the Gender Debate? 

In the latest issue of Nordic Journal of Media Studies, editors Tina Askanius, Jill Walker Rettberg, and Eli Skogerbø dive deep into the intersection of media and gender, examining how it’s shaped by evolving politics, culture, and technology. “Our aim was to bring people together and have a joint conversation around gender and media across the Nordics”, the editors share.

Is Flight-Mode Your Survival Mode? New Book Explores the Digital Disconnection Phenomenon  

Authors of a new anthology aim to shift the debate on digitalisation. “Who has the possibility to disconnect is very important to scrutinise”, the editors stress. 

Researching News Avoidance? The Latest Special Issue of Journalism Studies Offers Fresh Insights on the Subject

A new special issue of Journalism Studies explores the phenomenon of news avoidance, featuring contributions from Nordic researchers and including a systematic review of existing research on the subject.

Are you a PhD Student Looking for Courses to Enhance Your Research? 

Take a look at our newly updated list of PhD courses offered across the Nordic region. Most of the courses will be available in the spring semester of 2025, though a few are still open for enrollment in the current term.

Call for Papers - Extremism on Social Media: Nordic Perspectives

The SMIDGE research project (HorizonEurope), Department of Nordic Studies and Linguistics at University of Copenhagen, and Nordicom invite scholars from a broad range of disciplines to submit extended abstracts for a special issue of Nordicom Review.

NordMedia25: Call for TWGs and Division Transition Applications

As NordMedia25 approaches, we invite proposals for new Temporary Working Groups (TWGs) and applications from existing TWGs aiming to transition into Divisions. The conference will be held in Odense, Denmark, from August 13-15, 2025.

In Their Debut Workshop, Nordicom's Editors Help Doctoral Students Navigate Academic Publishing

Nordicom recently hosted its first-ever workshop on academic publishing, tailored for doctoral students. The event drew young scholars from across the Nordic region, offering them a valuable opportunity to navigate the complexities of the publishing process and gain insights from Nordicom’s experienced editors.

Live Life as if Having a Spare: Challenges of Being a War Journalist in Myanmar

Three years ago, on February 1, 2021, Myanmar's military seized power, dismantling the democratic government. The coup has significantly compromised journalists' ability to work freely, subjecting them to increased censorship, arrests, and violence. Thin, a journalism student, provides us with insight into the realities faced by journalists who remained in Myanmar after the coup.

Nordicom Review Enters Web of Science with a 2.0 Journal Impact Factor

Nordicom Review has been admitted into the Web of Science, a major achievement in academic publishing. With a 2023 Journal Impact Factor of 2.0, the journal now ranks in the 72nd percentile among more than 200 international Communications journals.

Journalism and AI – Opportunities and Threats

Dr. Nico Drok, Vice Chair of the World Journalism Education Council and emeritus professor of Media & Civil Society, has dedicated over 40 years to journalism education. During the VII International Journalism Forum hosted by al-Farabi Kazakh National University in April 2024, he presented on Journalism and AI. We are pleased to share his talk with you.

Unveiling the NordMedia25 Conference Theme: "Imagining Livable Futures"

We are thrilled to announce that the theme for NordMedia25 Conference has been chosen. The conference is set to take place on 13–15 August 2025 in Odense. University of Southern Denmark is the host institution.