European Databases Make Media Research Evidence Accessible
Many transnational research projects aim at producing added value by collecting research into databases. Recent examples with Nordic contributions include databases for European media ownership, research on children's online behaviour and content analysis.
NordMedia Network Seeks a New Managing Editor
Are you NordMedia Network's new managing editor? We are now seeking a new person, placed at the University of Bergen, to take care of digital research communication. Is this the opportunity you have been looking for?
FSMK 2023: Registration is Open
It is now possible to register for the annual symposium of The Swedish Association for Media and Communication Research (FSMK).
Communication of the Covid-19 Pandemic in the Nordic Countries
How was the Covid-19 pandemic communicated in the Nordic countries? A new book, Communicating a Pandemic: Crisis Management and Covid-19 in the Nordic Countries, provides some answers to this question. We have asked a few of the authors of the book why their study is important and who can benefit from reading it.
Joining Forces to Save Medienorge
The knowledge base Medienorge did not receive funding in the state budget of 2023. Now, three Norwegian foundations are joining forces to finance operations until the end of the year.
Join NordMedia Network's Online Writing Retreat
NordMedia Network is organizing two brand new online writing retreats in the spring of 2023. The dates are 31 March and 28 April. Choose one or both, and join us for a writing retreat!
Challenging the Century-old Ethical Rules of Journalism
The ethical rules of journalism were first put in writing in the US in the 1920s. A hundred years on, we are looking at a completely different audience. Researchers at Karlstad University have written an article that challenges old, ingrained rules.
Christmas Songs from the Nordic Countries
We have collected a handful of Christmas songs from each of the Nordic countries and made a Spotify playlist for our network to enjoy over the holidays. From timeless classics to parodies, we bring you a varied selection of Christmas songs to put you in a bright mood this season.
Collecting Memories from Finnish Researchers
What has it been like doing science in the past? The Finnish Literature Society and the Society of Swedish Literature in Finland seeks to collect Finnish researchers’ experiences and personal narratives from the science field in the past.
Experiences from NordMedia Network's Online Writing Retreats
Carving out half a day in your calendar for dedicated time for writing can be a good tool for anyone struggling with motivation or procrastination. We share some of the experiences from NordMedia Networks writing retreats this fall.
Website Update: PhD Courses
Upcoming PhD courses in the Northern countries are now available in our new PhD Courses site at NordMedia Network. On this site you can now also register any relevant courses through our contribution form.
A Guidebook for Writing Book Reviews Published
Have you ever considered reviewing a book but not really know how to start or whether it's worth it? NordMedia Network's first online guidebook deals with writing academic book reviews and will help you gain the basics of book reviewing for academic journals.
Medianorway risks being closed down
After 28 years, MediaNorway will no longer receive funding, as the Ministry of Culture and Equality in Norway cuts the post from the state budget for 2023.
Publication Workshops for Early Career Researchers in the Humanities
Finnish scientific organizations offer a series of hybrid workshops on scientific publishing. The series attempts to provide help with key questions that many early career researchers struggle with.
130 Norwegian researchers met in Stavanger
An award ceremony, keynotes, and ten different divisions were on the agenda, as the Norwegian media researcher conference attracted 130 participants to Stavanger in October.
Why Should We Support Higher Education in Ukraine?
With help from SUJO - Center for Investigative Journalism and their vast international network NordMedia Network got in contact with Ukrainian scholars who gave us their view on the question.
NordMedia Network Offers Online Writing Retreats for Media Scholars
In the midst of everyday duties, it is often difficult to take the time for writing, especially when you’ve been unable to get a good start. We have pulled together a set of three opportunities for a half-day of concentrated, structured writing. Choose one or more, and join us for a writing retreat.
New Call for Pre-Proposals on Nordic University Cooperation
NordForsk has announced a call for pre-proposals on Nordic University Cooperation. The call is open to all themes and disciplines, and thus relevant for media and communication scholars.
Vacancy: Communications Officer at Nordicom
Nordicom is looking for a substitute communications officer to join their team. Read more in this highlight.
See SMiD's New Website
SMiD - The Association for Media Researchers in Denmark has launched a new website, where they also have an updated call for contributions to the SMiD's Biennial Meeting.