Ellen Van Houtven
@ellenvanhoutven.bsky.social
PhD researcher @MediaPsychologyLab KU Leuven | FWO fellow | media effects | adolescents | diversity
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Thank you @janabernhard.bsky.social for your talk at the VMCI Research Colloquium!
Your presentation on Large Language Models & AI in research was super insightful and sparked a great discussion. Thanks, Jana, for sharing your expertise! 📚
Your presentation on Large Language Models & AI in research was super insightful and sparked a great discussion. Thanks, Jana, for sharing your expertise! 📚
December 19, 2025 at 5:45 PM
Thank you @janabernhard.bsky.social for your talk at the VMCI Research Colloquium!
Your presentation on Large Language Models & AI in research was super insightful and sparked a great discussion. Thanks, Jana, for sharing your expertise! 📚
Your presentation on Large Language Models & AI in research was super insightful and sparked a great discussion. Thanks, Jana, for sharing your expertise! 📚
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Closing out a fantastic year with a wonderful team ✨
From conferences to publications to lots of fun moments, we ended the year with our very own barbecue, Eisstockschießen, and Punsch at the Christmas market. Thank you to all our collaborators — looking forward to what’s next! 🎄❄️
From conferences to publications to lots of fun moments, we ended the year with our very own barbecue, Eisstockschießen, and Punsch at the Christmas market. Thank you to all our collaborators — looking forward to what’s next! 🎄❄️
December 19, 2025 at 5:49 PM
Closing out a fantastic year with a wonderful team ✨
From conferences to publications to lots of fun moments, we ended the year with our very own barbecue, Eisstockschießen, and Punsch at the Christmas market. Thank you to all our collaborators — looking forward to what’s next! 🎄❄️
From conferences to publications to lots of fun moments, we ended the year with our very own barbecue, Eisstockschießen, and Punsch at the Christmas market. Thank you to all our collaborators — looking forward to what’s next! 🎄❄️
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Delighted to share that @ellenvanhoutven.bsky.social is a guest editor of the new special issue 24 Hours of Communication Science 2025 in Tijdschrift voor Communicatiewetenschap (Journal of Communication Science), featuring studies regarding media & well-being. Congratulations, Ellen! 🎉
December 19, 2025 at 5:47 PM
Delighted to share that @ellenvanhoutven.bsky.social is a guest editor of the new special issue 24 Hours of Communication Science 2025 in Tijdschrift voor Communicatiewetenschap (Journal of Communication Science), featuring studies regarding media & well-being. Congratulations, Ellen! 🎉
Happy to announce that I recently became part of the Media Psychology division of NeFCA as a PhD representative. Looking forward to joining this wonderful community and reconnecting with you all at Etmaal!
Great news from the Media Psychology Lab! 🎉
Femke Konings was elected Secretary of ICA’s Mass Communication Division, and Lise-Marie Nassen of the Mobile Communication Division.
Ellen Van Houtven joined NeFCA’s Media Psychology Division as PhD Rep, and Ines Boeckxstaens the Young Scholars Network. 👏
Femke Konings was elected Secretary of ICA’s Mass Communication Division, and Lise-Marie Nassen of the Mobile Communication Division.
Ellen Van Houtven joined NeFCA’s Media Psychology Division as PhD Rep, and Ines Boeckxstaens the Young Scholars Network. 👏
November 17, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Happy to announce that I recently became part of the Media Psychology division of NeFCA as a PhD representative. Looking forward to joining this wonderful community and reconnecting with you all at Etmaal!
In June, I will be presenting the findings of our collaborative citizen science study on adolescents' encounters with socio-political influencer content at @icahdq.bsky.social. Looking forward to be part of this exciting CAT panel!
#ICA25 ICA CAT panel: CHAT-alyzing Youth: Social Media Influencers, News Curation, and Political Learning - 13-Jun-25, 9:00 AM in Capitol 2 (Regency 4).
May 19, 2025 at 1:56 PM
In June, I will be presenting the findings of our collaborative citizen science study on adolescents' encounters with socio-political influencer content at @icahdq.bsky.social. Looking forward to be part of this exciting CAT panel!
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Today, it’s International Fact-Checking Day! In times where social media platforms reject collaborations with them and citizens are concerned about false information, this day feels bittersweet. Let’s celebrate their hard work and mission today!
April 2, 2025 at 7:38 AM
Today, it’s International Fact-Checking Day! In times where social media platforms reject collaborations with them and citizens are concerned about false information, this day feels bittersweet. Let’s celebrate their hard work and mission today!
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🎉 No plans for the weekend? Join us for 600 Years of KU Leuven on 15-16 February!
🔬 Explore cutting-edge research
🎤 600-Second Lectures ft. Steven Eggermont, Kathleen Beullens & Laura Vandenbosch
🖥️ Interactive Mini-Exhibition on Digital Media
📍 Discover the full program: www.kuleuven.be/600jaar/
🔬 Explore cutting-edge research
🎤 600-Second Lectures ft. Steven Eggermont, Kathleen Beullens & Laura Vandenbosch
🖥️ Interactive Mini-Exhibition on Digital Media
📍 Discover the full program: www.kuleuven.be/600jaar/
www.kuleuven.be
February 10, 2025 at 1:58 PM
🎉 No plans for the weekend? Join us for 600 Years of KU Leuven on 15-16 February!
🔬 Explore cutting-edge research
🎤 600-Second Lectures ft. Steven Eggermont, Kathleen Beullens & Laura Vandenbosch
🖥️ Interactive Mini-Exhibition on Digital Media
📍 Discover the full program: www.kuleuven.be/600jaar/
🔬 Explore cutting-edge research
🎤 600-Second Lectures ft. Steven Eggermont, Kathleen Beullens & Laura Vandenbosch
🖥️ Interactive Mini-Exhibition on Digital Media
📍 Discover the full program: www.kuleuven.be/600jaar/
Had the best time at @etmaal2025.bsky.social ✨️ Got to present our collaborative citizen science study on social media influencers' socio-political content ♻️🏳️🌈🗳
Cheers also to this amazing KU Leuven team for their efforts in putting together a successful conference!!
Cheers also to this amazing KU Leuven team for their efforts in putting together a successful conference!!
February 4, 2025 at 6:23 PM
Had the best time at @etmaal2025.bsky.social ✨️ Got to present our collaborative citizen science study on social media influencers' socio-political content ♻️🏳️🌈🗳
Cheers also to this amazing KU Leuven team for their efforts in putting together a successful conference!!
Cheers also to this amazing KU Leuven team for their efforts in putting together a successful conference!!
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We can't believe it! it's already over! #Etmaal2025 went by like a whirlwind! Thanks to all presenters, chairs, attendees for making this an amazing edition! We hope you have a safe trip home! See you next year at #Etmaal2026 in Papendal (Arnhem) hosted by Wageningen University!
February 4, 2025 at 1:36 PM
We can't believe it! it's already over! #Etmaal2025 went by like a whirlwind! Thanks to all presenters, chairs, attendees for making this an amazing edition! We hope you have a safe trip home! See you next year at #Etmaal2026 in Papendal (Arnhem) hosted by Wageningen University!
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Important 🚨 we are currently missing about 9 of our rented table lamps as well as photobooth attributes. Can we kindly ask to bring these back or drop them off at the registration desk. #etmaal2025
February 4, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Important 🚨 we are currently missing about 9 of our rented table lamps as well as photobooth attributes. Can we kindly ask to bring these back or drop them off at the registration desk. #etmaal2025
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And last but not least the best paper award for Tijdschrift voor communicatiewetenschap. This award goes to Lucie Wittner Franckx. Time to celebrate at the party.
February 3, 2025 at 8:42 PM
And last but not least the best paper award for Tijdschrift voor communicatiewetenschap. This award goes to Lucie Wittner Franckx. Time to celebrate at the party.
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Here we go! The keynote is about to begin in Auditorium A&B! We are honored to officially welcome you and our keynote speaker Jacqueline Smit! Don't miss this great start of #Etmaal2025
February 3, 2025 at 10:40 AM
Here we go! The keynote is about to begin in Auditorium A&B! We are honored to officially welcome you and our keynote speaker Jacqueline Smit! Don't miss this great start of #Etmaal2025
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Important alert: our first coffee break of #Etmaal2025 is happening right now ☕️! Join us in the catering area on the 4th level and meet up with some colleagues over your first coffee!
February 3, 2025 at 10:04 AM
Important alert: our first coffee break of #Etmaal2025 is happening right now ☕️! Join us in the catering area on the 4th level and meet up with some colleagues over your first coffee!
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#Etmaal2025 starts tomorrow! Here’s what you need to know:
🕣Registration: from 8:30 on
🗣️Preconferences: 9:30–11:30
☕️Welcome coffee: 11:00–11:50 (Level 4)
🎤Conference kick-off (keynote): 11:50 (Auditorium)
📄Programme: https://buff.ly/4giJ0zf or app
🕣Registration: from 8:30 on
🗣️Preconferences: 9:30–11:30
☕️Welcome coffee: 11:00–11:50 (Level 4)
🎤Conference kick-off (keynote): 11:50 (Auditorium)
📄Programme: https://buff.ly/4giJ0zf or app
Programme
buff.ly
February 2, 2025 at 10:30 AM
#Etmaal2025 starts tomorrow! Here’s what you need to know:
🕣Registration: from 8:30 on
🗣️Preconferences: 9:30–11:30
☕️Welcome coffee: 11:00–11:50 (Level 4)
🎤Conference kick-off (keynote): 11:50 (Auditorium)
📄Programme: https://buff.ly/4giJ0zf or app
🕣Registration: from 8:30 on
🗣️Preconferences: 9:30–11:30
☕️Welcome coffee: 11:00–11:50 (Level 4)
🎤Conference kick-off (keynote): 11:50 (Auditorium)
📄Programme: https://buff.ly/4giJ0zf or app
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Are influencers truly unique #ecowarriors or just old wine in new bottles? 🫗
Our new study pits influencers 🤳🏽 against organizations 🏢 to uncover who inspires youth’s pro-environmental outcomes more effectively via social media
🧵 of the findings in the comments
@desireeschmuck.bsky.social
Our new study pits influencers 🤳🏽 against organizations 🏢 to uncover who inspires youth’s pro-environmental outcomes more effectively via social media
🧵 of the findings in the comments
@desireeschmuck.bsky.social
Battle of the E-cowarriors: Differential effects of environmental appeals by influencers and organizations on youth's pro-environmental attitudes and behavior intentions
Environmental social media influencers (SMIs)—or ‘greenfluencers’—nowadays receive considerable scholarly and public attention. Yet, SMIs' persuasive …
www.sciencedirect.com
January 28, 2025 at 10:54 AM
Are influencers truly unique #ecowarriors or just old wine in new bottles? 🫗
Our new study pits influencers 🤳🏽 against organizations 🏢 to uncover who inspires youth’s pro-environmental outcomes more effectively via social media
🧵 of the findings in the comments
@desireeschmuck.bsky.social
Our new study pits influencers 🤳🏽 against organizations 🏢 to uncover who inspires youth’s pro-environmental outcomes more effectively via social media
🧵 of the findings in the comments
@desireeschmuck.bsky.social
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The wait is almost over, #Etmaal2025 is happening in 5 days! All attendees can find a final checklist in their mailbox including practical info for presenters and chairs. The updated programme (which also contains all event information you need to know) is on our website: etmaal2025.org/programme/
January 29, 2025 at 10:05 AM
The wait is almost over, #Etmaal2025 is happening in 5 days! All attendees can find a final checklist in their mailbox including practical info for presenters and chairs. The updated programme (which also contains all event information you need to know) is on our website: etmaal2025.org/programme/
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The countdown is on! 🎉We’ve wrapped up our final prep meeting, and in just one week, we’ll be gathering for #Etmaal2025 in stunning Bruges at the iconic @bmccbruges. We can't wait to see you there! 🙌✨
January 27, 2025 at 2:18 PM
The countdown is on! 🎉We’ve wrapped up our final prep meeting, and in just one week, we’ll be gathering for #Etmaal2025 in stunning Bruges at the iconic @bmccbruges. We can't wait to see you there! 🙌✨
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Honored to showcase our team's and our affiliated researchers' (@kuleuvenuniversity.bsky.social) work at #ICA25 🎓✨ Catch us in sessions with the CAM, @icacat.bsky.social, @ica-hmc.bsky.social, MassComm, and @polcomm.bsky.social crowd 🤝
January 16, 2025 at 4:11 PM
Honored to showcase our team's and our affiliated researchers' (@kuleuvenuniversity.bsky.social) work at #ICA25 🎓✨ Catch us in sessions with the CAM, @icacat.bsky.social, @ica-hmc.bsky.social, MassComm, and @polcomm.bsky.social crowd 🤝
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Gisteren te gast bij @vrtnws.bsky.social laat. Ik mocht duiding geven bij de politieke evoluties in social media land: de 'exodus' van Twitter naar X, Elon Musk, de stopzetting van factchecking bij Meta, en de mogelijke ban op TikTok in de V.S.
Volledige aflevering: www.vrt.be/vrtmax/a-z/v...
Volledige aflevering: www.vrt.be/vrtmax/a-z/v...
January 15, 2025 at 10:48 AM
Gisteren te gast bij @vrtnws.bsky.social laat. Ik mocht duiding geven bij de politieke evoluties in social media land: de 'exodus' van Twitter naar X, Elon Musk, de stopzetting van factchecking bij Meta, en de mogelijke ban op TikTok in de V.S.
Volledige aflevering: www.vrt.be/vrtmax/a-z/v...
Volledige aflevering: www.vrt.be/vrtmax/a-z/v...
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📢The programme for #Etmaal2025 in Bruges is now live! Explore the sessions and start planning your conference experience: 🔗 etmaal2025.org/programme/.
Also, there are only two weeks left to register for the conference at the regular fee! More details here: etmaal2025.org/registration/
Also, there are only two weeks left to register for the conference at the regular fee! More details here: etmaal2025.org/registration/
Programme
etmaal2025.org
January 13, 2025 at 4:52 PM
📢The programme for #Etmaal2025 in Bruges is now live! Explore the sessions and start planning your conference experience: 🔗 etmaal2025.org/programme/.
Also, there are only two weeks left to register for the conference at the regular fee! More details here: etmaal2025.org/registration/
Also, there are only two weeks left to register for the conference at the regular fee! More details here: etmaal2025.org/registration/
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We encourage the #Etmaal2025 community to continue our engaging discussions in a space in line with our academic values. Therefore, we will gradually switch from X to BlueSky. Up until the conference, we will cross-post all information. During the conference, we will only use Bluesky (1/2)
January 8, 2025 at 11:02 AM
We encourage the #Etmaal2025 community to continue our engaging discussions in a space in line with our academic values. Therefore, we will gradually switch from X to BlueSky. Up until the conference, we will cross-post all information. During the conference, we will only use Bluesky (1/2)
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Welcome to the official Bluesky account of #Etmaal2025. This year's Etmaal will be organized by
@kuleuvenuniversity.bsky.social Department of Communication Science and will take place in Bruges! Stay up to date via this page and our website etmaal2025.org
@kuleuvenuniversity.bsky.social Department of Communication Science and will take place in Bruges! Stay up to date via this page and our website etmaal2025.org
ETMAAL 2025 〉〉 Bruges 3 - 4 february
etmaal2025.org
January 8, 2025 at 10:58 AM
Welcome to the official Bluesky account of #Etmaal2025. This year's Etmaal will be organized by
@kuleuvenuniversity.bsky.social Department of Communication Science and will take place in Bruges! Stay up to date via this page and our website etmaal2025.org
@kuleuvenuniversity.bsky.social Department of Communication Science and will take place in Bruges! Stay up to date via this page and our website etmaal2025.org