The Shorenstein Center publishes reports and papers written by fellows, affiliated researchers, and faculty that examine themes associated with our core research initiatives. Papers by former fellows have added significantly to the body of research on the intersections of media, politics, and public policy.
The Shorenstein Center has had more than 300 Fellows since 1986, and nearly all of the papers they wrote at the Center can be found in our Research Archives.
For information about our current research projects, which are large-scale research endeavors lead by resident scholars and faculty at the Center, visit the Programs section of our website. You can also learn about our fellowships and faculty to learn more about the independent research happening at the Center.
March 4, 2025
The views expressed in Shorenstein Center Discussion Papers are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect those of Harvard Kennedy School,...
December 9, 2024
Journalism is facing a trust crisis. Audiences are increasingly skeptical that mainstream media serves their interests and are turning their attention...
November 1, 2024
Independent films illuminate untold stories, spark discourse, and broaden our perspectives - but independent film in the United States is at risk. In this...
June 5, 2024
The following are excerpts from a new peer-reviewed journal article published June 5, 2024 in Science Advances.
Abstract
Over 30,000 field experiments...
May 21, 2024
Authors
Kasia Chmielinski* (Data Nutrition Project & Harvard University)
Sarah Newman* (Data Nutrition Project & Harvard University)
Chris N. Kranzinger*...
Campaigns, Elections & Parties,
Discussion Papers,
News Business & Practice,
Politics & Government,
Prizes & Lectures,
Public Interest Journalism,
Publications,
Uncategorized,
February 6, 2024
CBS News Prime Time anchor John Dickerson, who has covered eight presidential candidates in his career as a political journalist, gave the Theodore H....
November 28, 2023
Disclaimer: This is a working paper of the Democracy and Internet Governance Project at the Shorenstein Center. As a working paper it represents research...
November 28, 2023
Disclaimer: This is a working paper, and hence it represents research in progress. This paper represents the opinions of the authors and is the product...
August 16, 2023
ChatGPT and other natural language models have recently sparked considerable intrigue and unease. Governments and businesses are increasingly acknowledging...
August 8, 2023
Kathy Gannon was a Joan Shorenstein Fellow for the 2022 fall semester at the Shorenstein Center on Media, Politics and Public Policy. For 35 years she...
August 7, 2023
Abstract
There is debate over whether Asian American students are admitted to selective colleges and universities at lower rates than white students with...
Discussion Papers,
Disinformation,
Faculty Research,
Policy & Issues,
Politics & Government,
Public Interest Technology,
Publications,
Tech Policy,
Technology,
July 6, 2023
Executive Summary
In an increasingly digital and interconnected world, platforms have emerged as powerful intermediaries that shape our online experiences,...
