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National Academy of Sciences President Marcia McNutt Delivers 2016 Annenberg Lecture

McNutt discussed best practices in science communication and how they have shifted over time.

• Culture & Media
• Technology & Society

Jingwen Zhang Receives Honor from Chinese Government

The $6,000 award, founded in 2003 by the Chinese government, rewards academic excellence in Chinese students studying overseas.

Gender Differences and Relationship Power Could be Key in Preventing HIV Among South African Adolescents

The researchers identified promising pathways to reduce IPV and help prevent HIV infection, including promoting gender equity as a social norm.

• Global Communication
• Health Communication

How are Adolescents Affected by What They Watch on TV?

The study explores how sex, drugs, and violence on TV impact teenagers and their choices.

• Culture & Media
• Health Communication
• Technology & Society

Half of Americans Concerned Zika Will Spread to Their Neighborhoods

"The Annenberg Science Knowledge (ASK) survey shows a high level of awareness but also confusion about the virus."

• Health Communication

Cigarette Warnings with Images Better at Conveying Risks of Smoking

Study uses real-world approach to test pictorial warning labels

• Health Communication