Erik Albæk

Erik Albæk is a Professor of Political Science and Journalism at the Department of Political Science and Public Management, University of Southern Denmark. Previously, he held professorial roles at Aalborg University (1999-2005) and University of Aarhus (1987-2005). His research focuses on political journalism, media effects, economic news framing, and democratic engagement.

• Key research areas: Political Participation, Media Use, Gender Equality in Journalism, Comparative Politics
• Major grants: 'Communicating the Economy' (€786,666), Europeanization of Domestic Politics project, Morality Politics comparative studies

Recent publications analyze gender neutrality in expert credibility, economic news impacts on consumer confidence, and generational media consumption patterns. Awards include the Millenium Star Award (2010) and Goldsmith Book Prize (2016). Current activities involve peer review, editorial work, and international collaborations.