Jesper Rasmussen

Jesper Rasmussen is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Political Science, Aarhus University, specializing in political behavior, public health communication, and social media dynamics. His work bridges political science with psychology and behavioral science, focusing on pandemic response mechanisms and digital discourse.

• Primary affiliation: Department of Political Science, Aarhus University
• Research focus: Public health communication, social identity theory, pandemic stress, and political hostility

Research Trends: His recent articles highlight the interplay between political behavior and psychological responses during crises, particularly the COVID-19 pandemic. Key themes include misinformation mitigation, stress and loneliness in global populations, compliance with health measures, and the role of moral foundations in digital spaces.

Scientific Contributions:

• Co-developed the COVIDiSTRESS Global Survey dataset (2020)
• Published in journals like Journal of Experimental Political Science and Royal Society Open Science