Frederike Taubert

Frederike Taubert is a Research Associate and Lecturer at the University of Erfurt, affiliated with the Department of Media and Communication Studies under the Faculty of Arts and Humanities. Her work focuses on health communication, vaccine hesitancy, and the psychological impact of conspiracy theories on public health decisions.

• Education: Master of Science in Psychology (University of Erfurt, 2021)

Taubert’s research explores the intersection of behavioral psychology and public health, particularly in combating misinformation during the pandemic. She investigates how conspiracy narratives influence vaccination hesitancy and develops interventions to enhance vaccine uptake among healthcare professionals and the public. Her work also examines empathy and trust in doctor-patient interactions.

Her recent publications address vaccine hesitancy, conspiracy theories, and behavioral interventions across European countries. These studies highlight cross-cultural patterns in healthcare professionals’ responses to misinformation and the role of trust in shaping preventive health behaviors.