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EU Kids Online Warns Against Social Media Bans for Children

The EU Kids Online network, which includes all Nordic countries, has issued a statement cautioning against outright bans on children's access to social media. The research group argues that such restrictions could do more harm than good by undermining children's rights and pushing them toward unregulated digital spaces.

The Nordic Network for Communication Infrastructure Research Is Now on NordMedia Network

As the Nordics rely more on American tech giants for digital infrastructure, questions of sovereignty and control are growing. The Nordic Network for Communication Infrastructure Research (NNCIR) explores digital communication infrastructures, datafication, and platform dependencies shaping Nordic media and industries. You can now follow NNCIR’s activities on NordMedia Network. 

Brand New Podcast Breaks Down Journalism Research Methods 

Journalistica, the Nordic Open Access journal dedicated to journalism research, has launched a new podcast, Journalistica Methods. Whether you’re a journalist or researcher, the podcast offers practical, step-by-step guidance to making sense of journalism research methods.

New TWG Brings Minority Media and Language Researchers Together

Media has long played a crucial role in preserving and revitalising minority languages. But as national policies, digitalisation, and economic forces increasingly tilt in favour of majority languages, the space for linguistic diversity is narrowing. At NordMedia25, the newly formed Temporary Working Group Media and Linguistic Minorities will make its debut, exploring the relevance of media for linguistic vitality, among other topics.

Feeling Stressed About Your Smartphone Use? A New Study Finds You're Not Alone

A new research article explores how young adults in Sweden perceive their own and others’ smartphone use. Published by Nordicom, the study reveals that many young people, particularly women, experience stress and anxiety related to their use of smartphones.

Looking for Collaborators? The 'Calls for Action' Section Is Your Place to Go!

If you’re looking to expand your network, find collaborators, or recruit participants for your research or projects, don’t overlook the 'Call to Action' section on our website!

Interested in Innovation Pedagogy in Media Education? The Latest Edition of Norsk Medietidsskrift Offers New Perspectives

Norsk Medietidsskrift has released a volume dedicated to innovation pedagogy. The special issue aims to normalize exploring new technology in media education, strengthening students' adaptability to a dynamic professional landscape.

Have You Heard of Nord 55°? The Nordic Media Policy Initiative That’s Gaining Ground

Launched just last year, the Nord55° aspire to promote collaboration and strengthen shared Nordic values within culture and media. “Our mission has never been more important,” the initiative states on its website.

NordMedia25's New TWG Takes on the Hidden Costs of Digital Technologies

“While we know a single-use plastic cup is harmful to the planet, fewer realise the environmental toll of five hours of Netflix”, observes Martina Skrubbeltrang Mahnke, one of the co-chairs of the newly formed TWG “Digital Technologies, Materiality, and the Environment”. Set to debut at the NordMedia25 conference in Odense next year, the group will explore the hidden costs of digital technologies – rising energy consumption, dwindling natural resources, and mounting e-waste – while addressing the pressing issue of social accountability in an era of rapid technological progress.

Are You a Journalist Researching Journalism and Media? The Swedish Journalist Fund for Further Training Has a Scholarship for You

The Journalist Fund for Further Training is offering scholarships for scientific research in 2024, with a total allocation of SEK 200,000. Individual scholarships can be up to SEK 100,000.

NordMedia 25: Call for Submissions

NordMedia 2025 invites submissions of papers, panels, and workshops engaging with the conference theme, 'Imagining Livable Futures'. While we encourage participants to address the theme thoughtfully, creative and interpretive approaches are welcome. The conference is set to take place on 13–15 August 2025 in Odense. University of Southern Denmark is the host institution.

Innovating Under Pressure in Mittmedia’s Digital Transformation

The transformation of Mittmedia, a regional media group in Sweden, is a case study in balancing innovation with an ever-changing media landscape. How does a traditional local newspaper company manage digitalisation while remaining relevant to its communities under difficult economic conditions?

Joining the Exodus?

In the wake of the US election and Elon Musk’s ties to the Trump campaign, prominent media outlets and voices are retreating from X, seeking refuge on platforms like Bluesky. For researchers, too, the question persists: Should they lurk, engage, or leave? Bengt Johansson from the University of Gothenburg shares his perspective on navigating a platform that’s both polarized and still central to public discourse.

The Power of Transparency: Insights from Norway’s Public Health Authorities During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Transparency played a central role in the communication strategies of the Norwegian public health authorities during the COVID-19 pandemic, a newly published book suggests. “We were lucky to be able to conduct observation from within the Norwegian Institute of Public Health as the pandemic unfolded”, says one of the authors.

Yet Another Blow to Nordic Media Statistics: Finland to Cut Media Data Production in 2025

Finland’s Statistikcentralen has announced that it will discontinue its media statistics branch as part of sweeping changes to its statistical production, effective 2025. This move, driven by government cost-cutting measures, marks a troubling pattern across the Nordic region, where publicly funded data on the media landscape is diminishing.

Field Notes: Two Nordic Conferences Shed Light on in Preserving Memories of the Past and Fostering Hope for the Present

Researcher Mercedes de Luis Andrés visited conferences in Sweden and Norway as part of her ongoing research of book clubs as a component of journalism culture. Both meetings have enriched the interplay between memory and journalism in influencing our perception of both nearby and faraway realities. These insights prompt further reflection on resilience and empathy within an increasingly complex media landscape.

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.