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How Do Multiple Actors Conduct Science Communication About Omicron on Weibo: A Mixed-Method Study

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  • Jinghong Xu

    (School of Journalism and Communication, Beijing Normal University, China)

  • Difan Guo

    (School of Journalism and Communication, Beijing Normal University, China)

  • Jing Xu

    (School of Journalism and Communication, Beijing Normal University, China)

  • Chang Luo

    (School of Media and Design, Beijing Technology and Business University, China)

Abstract

This article explores science communication about Omicron on Weibo by eight actors from November 2021 to June 2022. Regarding the themes of vaccines, symptoms, and medicines, we examined the actors’ communication with content analysis, presented the interactions of different actors using social network analysis, and assessed the impact of weibos on public sentiment using SnowNLP and descriptive statistics. The results showed that scientists are still the most important actors, focusing on science issues and using contrasting and contextual frames. Central-level media play an essential mediating role, relaying scientific knowledge. Science communication on Weibo had a positive impact on public sentiment.

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  • Jinghong Xu & Difan Guo & Jing Xu & Chang Luo, 2023. "How Do Multiple Actors Conduct Science Communication About Omicron on Weibo: A Mixed-Method Study," Media and Communication, Cogitatio Press, vol. 11(1), pages 306-322.
    • Handle: RePEc:cog:meanco:v11:y:2023:i:1:p:306-322
    DOI: 10.17645/mac.v11i1.6122
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