Visual representations of genetic engineering and genetically modified organisms in the online media

    Collection:
    Agricultural Communications Documentation Center (ACDC)
    Contributers:
    Rodriguez, L. (author) and Asoro, R.L. (author)
    Format:
    Journal article
    Publication Date:
    2012-12
    Published:
    International
    Location:
    Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Box: 82 Document Number: D10832
    Journal Title:
    Visual Communication Quarterly
    Journal Title Details:
    19*4) : 232-245
    Subject Term:
    accuracy, appeals (message), biotechnology, image, interest groups, media effectiveness, perception, photographs, research communication, risk assessment, risk communication, scientific communication, visual communication, genetic engineering, science communication, bias, framing, risk perception, Monsanto, visual media, genetic modification, zoonosis, visualization, fear, online communication, and online media
    Notes:
    15 pages., "Images with a negative valence trounced those with a positive tone in frequency and intensity, a finding that favors the more vocal opponents of genetic engineering."

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