Science for Society: The Impact and Spread of Misinformation

Interest in misinformation research has increased dramatically in recent years. The issue of misinformation is especially evident when considering the news people choose to watch and share with their networks and how much different sources vary in describing current events. The researchers in this webinar discuss their latest findings on misinformation and when and how it is best to intervene to reduce its spread.  Lisa Fazio, associate professor at Vanderbilt University, described how repetition reinforces the way our brains interpret the legitimacy of information, even if that information is false.