Political and social divides in the country are the worst in generations. Disinformation exacerbates polarization, but technologies &information skills can help ease tensions and increase transparency

AI in crisis communications can help messaging & predicting potential problems. Dr. Erika Schneider has found AI-generated messages have perception problems, but AI is an important tool in PR.

Doulas can provide both medical and mental health care help to new & expectant mothers, while bridging cultural divides Research shows a majority of people don't know the care is available. Better messaging might help.

Newhouse Associate Dean of Strategic Initiatives Brad Horn makes the case for better reporting and training of journalists so they can spot illegal doping in sports, and lead to fairer competition.

How concerned should you be about the amount of your data that's online? Syracuse University advertising professor and data expert Beth Egan explains you aren't as targeted as you might think. Plus, the value of that data powers the internet and your smart phone.

With the election nearing, a review of AI-generated content might raise awareness about misinformation. Jason Davis and RC Concepcion share thoughts about AI concerns and benefits.

Extended Reality includes virtual and augmented reality, and AI. Syracuse University Professor is studying psychological & physical effects of immersive media messages.

Have opportunities for women in sports media increased? Successful TV producer Olivia Stomski, who runs Newhouse Sports Media Center, shares thoughts, including whether popularity of women's sports is helping.

A Newhouse School collaboration with the Empire State Games gives students high-level experience in visual and other communications fields.

Newhouse researchers are studying media literacy, including how people consume, create & use media for social justice. The CODE^SHIFT 'Collaboratory' studies data & equity issues around media.