Dr. Hart Blanton

Professor

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Biography

Hart Blanton studies communication processes that affect meaningful life outcomes in areas such as health, prejudice, and well-being. With training in social psychology, his research draws on theories of attitude-behavior relations, social cognition, social comparison, and social norms. He publishes on topics related to research methodology, with a particular focus on psychological measurement. He is interested in understanding how simplified media representations of scientific research influence public perceptions of social policies. His current and forthcoming work utilizes immersive virtual technology to deliver health messages effectively.

Research Interests

Health Communication Social Normative Media Influence Attitude Change Attitude-Behavior Modeling Measurement Assessment Social Influence Processes Immersive Virtual Reality Virtual Gaming Technology

Courses

COMM 669: Survey Health Communication COMM 600: Message Design COMM 610: Social Science Methods Communication Research COMM 308: Research Methods COMM 325: Persuasion COMM 370: Health Communication

Requirements for Texas A&M University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
Prerequisites
Baccalaureate degree Baccalaureate degree in Communication or related field preferred
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Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Communication and Journalism. Ph.D. program only currently admitting. GRE is test-optional.