Intent to get a COVID-19 vaccine rises to 60% as confidence in research and development process increases

The share of Americans who say they plan to get vaccinated has increased as the public has grown more confident that the development process will deliver a safe and effective vaccine. Still, the U.S. public is far from uniform in views about a vaccine. About two-in-ten U.S. adults are “pretty certain” they won’t get the vaccine – even when there’s more information.

Most Americans don’t answer cellphone calls from unknown numbers

Americans just aren’t picking up the phone much anymore. Some eight-in-ten Americans say they generally don't answer their cellphone when an unknown number calls, our survey found. But not all Americans are equally likely to ignore these calls.

Biotechnology research viewed with caution globally, but most support gene editing for babies to treat disease

Majorities say scientific research on gene editing is a misuse – rather than an appropriate use – of technology. But public acceptance of gene editing for babies depends on how it will be used, and views often differ by age and religion.

Social media continue to be important political outlets for Black Americans

These platforms have served as venues for political engagement and social activism for many years, especially for Black Americans. Across surveys, Black social media users have been particularly likely to say that these sites are personally important to them for getting involved with issues they care about or finding like-minded people.

• 8 facts about Americans and Instagram
• Fast facts on Americans’ views about social media as Facebook faces legal challenge

Are AI and job automation good for society? Globally, views are mixed

As artificial intelligence plays a growing role in the everyday lives of people around the world, views on AI’s impact on society are mixed. Opinions are also divided on another major technological development: using robots to automate many jobs humans have done in the past.

The challenges of contact tracing as U.S. battles COVID-19

Majorities of adults say they would be open to participating in some parts of the process of identifying and isolating coronavirus victims, but others are reluctant to engage fully with public health authorities.

• Key findings about Americans’ views on COVID-19 contact tracing

What we’ve learned about Americans’ views of technology during the time of COVID-19

Measuring news consumption in a digital era

Many publics around the world doubt safety of genetically modified foods

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