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Paul R. Brewer publication distribution in Political Science in 2026

The chart shows the distribution of publications by all Research.com ranked scientists in the field of Political Science in 2026. The highlighted bar marks where Paul R. Brewer sits on this spectrum.

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36 publications 333+

This scientist: 90 publications — 26th percentile

26% of scientists in this discipline score the same or lower.

The last bar groups every scientist with 333 publications or more.

Paul R. Brewer D-index placement in Political Science in 2026

The chart shows the D-index (discipline H-index) distribution of Political Science scientists ranked by Research.com in 2026. The highlighted bar marks where Paul R. Brewer sits on this spectrum.

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This scientist: 37 D-Index — 71st percentile

71% of scientists in this discipline score the same or lower.

The last bar groups every scientist with 62 D-Index or more.

Overview

Paul R. Brewer is affiliated with the University of Delaware in the United States. Their research primarily lies within the social sciences, with a notable focus on sociology and political science, literature and literary theory, communication, astronomy and astrophysics, and social psychology. Brewer's work reflects an interdisciplinary approach combining media studies, social influence, and public opinion.

The scientist's recent publications include the following papers: "Artists or art thieves? Media use, media messages, and public opinion about artificial intelligence image generators" (2024, AI & Society), "Media Use, Interpersonal Communication, and Attitudes Toward Artificial Intelligence" (2022, Science Communication), and "Eyes on the Streets: Media Use and Public Opinion About Facial Recognition Technology" (2022, Bulletin of Science Technology & Society). These works explore the intersection of media consumption and public attitudes toward emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence and facial recognition. Brewer has also collaborated frequently with other authors active in communication and media influence research.

Frequent co-authors include:

  • James Bingaman
  • Wyatt Dawson
  • Ashley Paintsil
  • David C. Wilson
  • Erin Oittinen

Brewer publishes in several venues where they have a recurring presence, which include:

  • Science Communication
  • Bulletin of Science Technology & Society
  • Atlantic Journal of Communication
  • AI & Society
  • Space Policy

The core topics addressed in Brewer's research encompass:

  • Media Influence and Health
  • Misinformation and Its Impacts
  • Climate Change Communication and Perception
  • Social Media and Politics
  • Social and Intergroup Psychology
  • Media Studies and Communication
  • Space Science and Extraterrestrial Life

Brewer's work situates itself within contemporary issues related to media's role in shaping public perception and attitudes toward science and technology, including social and psychological dimensions of communication. The emphasis on misinformation, climate change communication, and the societal implications of artificial intelligence points to a broad engagement with current societal challenges through the lens of media studies.

Best Publications

  • The Shifting Foundations of Public Opinion about Gay Rights

    Paul R. Brewer

  • Values, Political Knowledge, and Public Opinion about Gay Rights: A Framing-Based Account

    Paul R. Brewer

  • Values, Framing, and Citizens' Thoughts about Policy Issues: Effects on Content and Quantity

    Paul R. Brewer;Kimberly Gross

  • Priming or Framing Media Influence on Attitudes Toward Foreign Countries

    Paul R. Brewer;Joseph Graf;Lars Willnat

  • Value Words and Lizard Brains: Do Citizens Deliberate About Appeals to Their Core Values?

    Paul R. Brewer

  • International Trust and Public Opinion About World Affairs

    Paul R. Brewer;Kimberly Gross;Sean Aday;Lars Willnat

  • Framing, Value Words, and Citizens' Explanations of Their Issue Opinions

    Paul R. Brewer

  • Whose Science Do You Believe? Explaining Trust in Sources of Scientific Information About the Environment

    Paul R. Brewer;Barbara L. Ley

  • Same-Sex Marriage and Civil Unions

    Paul R. Brewer;Clyde Wilcox

  • Public Opinion, the War in Iraq, and Presidential Accountability

    Erik Voeten;Paul R. Brewer

  • Value War: Public Opinion and the Politics of Gay Rights

    Paul Ryan Brewer

  • Mock News and Democracy: Analyzing The Daily Show

    Paul R. Brewer;Emily Marquardt

  • Political Comedy Shows and Public Participation in Politics

    Xiaoxia Cao;Paul R. Brewer

  • The Oprah Factor: The Effects of a Celebrity Endorsement in a Presidential Primary Campaign

    Andrew Pease;Paul R. Brewer

  • Candidate Appearances on Soft News Shows and Public Knowledge About Primary Campaigns

    Paul R. Brewer;Xiaoxia Cao

  • All Against All: How Beliefs about Human Nature Shape Foreign Policy Opinions

    Paul R. Brewer;Marco R. Steenbergen

  • The Foundations of Public Opinion on Voter ID Laws Political Predispositions, Racial Resentment, and Information Effects

    David C. Wilson;Paul R. Brewer

  • The Impact of Real News about “Fake News”: Intertextual Processes and Political Satire

    Paul R. Brewer;Dannagal Goldthwaite Young;Michelle Morreale

  • Confidence in Government and Emotional Responses to Terrorism After September 11, 2001:

    Kimberly Gross;Paul R. Brewer;Sean Aday

  • Investigating CSI: portrayals of DNA testing on a forensic crime show and their potential effects.

    Barbara L. Ley;Natalie Jankowski;Paul R. Brewer

Frequent Co-Authors

Lee Sigelman
Lee Sigelman George Washington University
Clyde Wilcox
Clyde Wilcox Georgetown University
Erik Voeten
Erik Voeten Georgetown University
Marco R. Steenbergen
Marco R. Steenbergen University of Zurich

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