January 2019

What I read, heard and watched in 2018

by Philipp Masur
January 12, 2019February 14, 2019
general science

When a year comes to an end, many blogger seem to have this urge to do one of these “Best of 2018” posts. The blogosphere is full of lists, thoughts, personal accomplishments and idiosyncratic meditations and resolutions. It is almost too much. Yet, I have to admit that I quite like to scroll through at least some of them, thereby realizing someone’s personal taste and likes as well as finding common themes and topics in… Read More »What I read, heard and watched in 2018

I am an Assistant Professor at the Department of Communication Science at the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam and Managing Director of the Digital Media and Behavior Lab. My research is concerned with applying socio-psychological and communication theories to study online communication. Particularly, I investigate social influences on social media, privacy and self-disclosure dynamics, and implications for individuals’ well-being. In doing so, I aim to identify and foster knowledge and skills necessary to navigate online environments in a healthy and self-determined way (read more).

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