A global research hub for media, journalism and power
We investigate media systems, track ownership and influence, and promote accountability. From AI and disinformation to ownership and governance, our mission is to turn evidence into action for media reform.
The Latest from Media and Journalism Research
AI Pluralism Monitor
AI Pluralism Monitor: First Country Databases Roll Out from June to September 2026
New MJRC Study Evaluates Free AI Chatbots on Civic and Human Rights Across 15 Countries
Our Work in the News
Narrative Mapping
Media Capture Monitoring Report
Is Europe prepared for European Media Freedom Act? The go-to resource for independent research on this topic. A partnership with International Press Institute (IPI) in Vienna
Go to the project page for all country reports and the comparative overview
Global Projects: State Media Monitor
MJRC Podcast
New Ideas in Media and Communication: Selected Scholarly Articles
Who’s Listening? Talking to People About How They Get Informed
Media and Journalism Research: Strategy and Impact
Who uses MJRC studies
Media and Journalism Research Center has made significant appearances across various media platforms, shedding light on the state of media independence and the challenges facing journalism globally. The research produced at the center has been cited by major publications over the years, featuring analysis on topics ranging from the need for robust media freedom laws in the European Union to the dangers posed by state media and political control.
Furthermore, the center’s flagship projects (State Media Monitor, Media Influence Matrix and more recently Global Media Finances Map) have been cited in several publications and studies across platforms and regions that contribute to debates on media integrity, state media, and the role of journalism in preserving democratic principles.
See more in our Citation Station.
Media Sustainability
Media Policy
Media in Fragile States
Research from countries where journalism is an extremely tough job
Shifting Sands: Unveiling Syria’s New Power Dynamics
New Report Released: Funding Media in War-Torn Yemen
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