Funded Projects
Funded Projects
URSS funded project:
Swiping Right and Feeling Left Out: A Systematic Review of Loneliness in Online Dating Users
By Burhan Miah
Abstract
The aim is to review literature concerning usage of online dating platforms and loneliness, and identify factors that may influence the relationship. Three questions were identified for this review: (i) the effectiveness of online dating in reducing loneliness, (ii) the role of population characteristics in influencing loneliness when using dating apps, (iii) the impact of dating app usage during the Covid Pandemic and loneliness.
URSS funded project:
The Impact of Fake News on Well-Being: A Psychological and Societal Analysis
By Mahek Vhora
Introduction
In today’s information-rich world, social media has transformed our access to knowledge and news. However, this unprecedented access has introduced a new and troubling phenomenon: the rise of fake news. Defined as deliberately false or misleading information presented under the guise of legitimate news, fake news exploits emotions, fosters polarization, and distorts public understanding. While misinformation has existed throughout history, its influence has been magnified in the digital era, where social media platforms amplify its reach, allowing false information to spread quickly and widely.