Sociology

Misinformation solutions target a rational, ethical ideal who doesn’t exist; to combat misinfo, we need to start with a richer concept of the human

Conspiracy theories are everywhere. Here's how you can figure out when you're being fooled

The lack of a safety net in the U.S. is a big factor that explains why Americans feel lonelier than Danes or Swedes

We shouldn’t be afraid of AI taking over humanity; we should fear the fact that our humanity hasn’t kept up with our technology

The environment shapes stereotypes and biases, but it is possible to recognize and change them

Repression draws attention to campus protests, like those over the conflict in Gaza, and makes them grow

Changing demographics mean shrinking families and more older relatives in future decades

The crime issue, a focus of the 2024 presidential election, is sometimes rooted in the misplaced fears of people who live in some of the safest places

The depiction of the climate crisis as a cliff—once we fall off the edge, it’s game over—is nonsense

The COVID pandemic and the police murder of George Floyd polarized views on policing. Rather than abolishing policing or maintaining its status quo, we need to make it better and more focused

Researchers use powerful geometrical methods to try fixing unfair districts. That alone isn’t enough; we need to fight the values behind gerrymandering

Researchers are studying how to maximize creativity and connection in remote and hybrid work settings