Emerging technologies that draw from biomedical technology, nanotechnology, information technology and other fields may lead to any number of ways people might be able to “upgrade” themselves. But a majority of Americans greet the possibility of these bre- 29394Murphy2025-03-20
As the 15th anniversary of 9/11 approaches, partisan differences over the ability of terrorists to launch a major attack on the United States are now as wide as at any point dating back to 2002.- 28874Murphy2025-03-20
Facebook usage and engagement is on the rise, while adoption of other social networking platforms holds steady.- 25033Murphy2025-03-20
After the June 2013 leaks by Edward Snowden about NSA surveillance of Americans’ communications, Pew Research Center began an in-depth exploration of people’s views and behaviors related to privacy. Here's what we learned.- 29892Murphy2025-03-20
24% of Americans report earning money from the digital ‘platform economy’ in the past year. The extra income they make is a luxury for some, but a necessity for others.- 22122Murphy2025-03-20
A majority of U.S. adults (59%) reject the idea of adding interpretation, saying that the news media should present the facts alone- 27620Murphy2025-03-20
Thanks to scientific advancements, brain chip implants are already being tested in individuals to help them cope with an injury or ailment. But when it- 21656Murphy2025-03-20
Nearly a quarter of Americans say they’ve earned money in the digital “platform economy” in the past year, according to a new Pew Research Center survey. Perhaps surprisingly, though, the most commonly cited motivation for these workers is not the pay.- 29473Murphy2025-03-20
Many Americans rely on cell phone internet access due to a lack of broadband at home. But are these devices a good substitute?- 25870Murphy2025-03-20
Nearly nine-in-ten voters who followed the 2016 returns (88%) did so on TV, while 48% used online platforms; 21% used social networks such as Twitter and Facebook.- 22352Murphy2025-03-20
When asked whether one prefers to read, watch or listen to their news, younger adults are far more likely than older adults to opt for text – and most of that reading is occurring on the web.- 28911Murphy2025-03-20
Despite the technological potential to help humans live longer and stronger, many U.S. adults are not ready to embrace these possibilities.- 27879Murphy2025-03-20
Differing views on benefits and risks of organic foods and GMOs as Americans report higher priority for healthy eating- 21765Murphy2025-03-20
As the U.S. work environment continues to shift, the public is adapting to the new realities of the workplace and rethinking the skills they need to compete.- 23145Murphy2025-03-20
Americans’ views about the impact the growing number of immigrants working in the U.S. is having on American workers have softened notably over the past decade.- 21281Murphy2025-03-20
Much of U.S. job growth over the past 25 years has been in occupations that require higher levels of education, training and experience – a trend that seems likely to continue, based on our analysis of official government job-growth projections.- 23156Murphy2025-03-20
Most Americans like their choices in today's information-saturated world. But 20% feel overloaded, and there are stresses for those with fewer pathways to the internet or who feel they are expected to do too much information gathering.- 28019Murphy2025-03-20
Digital news continues to evolve, pushed by a variety of recent innovations. Here are 10 key findings that show how these shifts are reshaping Americans’ news habits.- 27367Murphy2025-03-20
Plastic surgery has expanded from treatments aimed mainly at repairing damage to include elective changes like liposuction or tummy tucks. While it’s now a multibillion-dollar industry, just 4% of Americans say they have ever had elective cosmetic surgery- 22259Murphy2025-03-20
Many Americans are distrustful of information provided by the food industry on GM foods, and those who are concerned about GM food issues are especially skeptical.- 21646Murphy2025-03-20
Read key findings from an analysis that looks into the public's interest in guns as potential consumer products, rather than as a subject of general interest.
A majority of Americans say they use YouTube and Facebook, while use of Instagram, Snapchat and TikTok is especially common among adults under 30.
