UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. Our work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 2 Zero Hunger -
SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being -
SDG 5 Gender Equality -
SDG 7 Affordable and Clean Energy -
SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth -
SDG 10 Reduced Inequalities -
SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production -
SDG 13 Climate Action -
SDG 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
Profiles
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Alyssa Eckman, Ph.D.
- Integrated Strategic Communication - Associate Professor
- School of Journalism and Media - Joint Appointment
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Adriane Grumbein, Ph.D.
- Integrated Strategic Communication - Professor, Director of Undergraduate Studies, Integrated Strategic Communication
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Erin Hester, Ph.D.
- Integrated Strategic Communication - Assistant Professor
- Cancer Prevention and Control Research Program - Member
- Markey Cancer Center / Cancer Research Priority Initiative - Member
- UNITE Research Priority Area
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Dental Providers Building Confidence in HPV Vaccination: Reducing Oral Cancer and Increasing HPV Vaccine Uptake: A Community Engaged Approach to Formative Data Insight and Strategic Campaign Design in Appalachian Kentucky
Shaddox, L. (PI), Helme, D. (CoI), Ivanov, B. (CoI), Parker, K. (CoI) & Stein, P. (Former PI)
7/25/25 → 1/1/27
Project: Research project
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Workforce Development Cooperative Agreement C5207 CL4 FY26 PHIG A2
Cambron, C. (PI), Christian, J. (CoI), Hester, E. (CoI), Knight, J. (CoI) & Riddell, M. (CoI)
KY Cabinet for Health and Family Services
7/1/24 → 6/30/26
Project: Research project
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KY26 Lung Cancer Screening Social Marketing
Hester, E. (PI) & Cambron, C. (CoI)
KY Cabinet for Health and Family Services
7/1/24 → 6/30/26
Project: Research project
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Are interactive PSA formats always effective? The interaction between empathy-inducing message content, carousel formats, and connectedness with nature in pro-environmental campaigns
Seo, J. K., Kim, H., Yoon, H. J., Ko, Y., Han, J. Y. & Seo, Y., 2026, In: International Journal of Advertising. 45, 2, p. 451-483 33 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Authentically Imperfect: Pertinacious Images as a Strategic Approach of Stronger Mental Health Support AI Chatbots Adoption and Engagement
Zhang, W. & Hu, S., 2026, In: Journal of Broadcasting and Electronic Media. 70, 2, p. 224-243 20 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Conclusion: Lessons Learned and the Future of Inoculation Theory, Research, and Strategy
Ivanov, B., Parker, K. A. & Compton, J., Jan 1 2026, The Handbook of Inoculation Theory and Practice. p. 461-481 21 p.Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter › peer-review
Prizes
Activities
- 2 Membership of committee
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Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication (External organization)
Jiang, M. (Chair)
Jul 2023 → …Activity: Membership › Membership of committee