Leonard Reinecke

Prof. Dr. Leonard Reinecke is an Associate Professor at the Department of Communication, Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, specializing in media effects and media psychology. He previously served as a junior professor for journalism with a focus on online communication from February 2012 to July 2017.

Education:

• Diploma in Psychology, University of Hamburg (2006)
• Ph.D. in Psychology (Dr. phil.), University of Hamburg (2010)

Research Interests:Leonard Reinecke focuses on media psychological entertainment research, the interaction between media use and psychological well-being, resilience, self-control, procrastination, mobile internet use, digital stress, and online social capital. His work bridges communication science and psychology.

Scientific Activities:

• Co-Editor of Media Psychology
• Editorial Board Member of Human Communication Research and Journal of Media Psychology
• Reviewer for journals including Journal of Communication, Communication Research, and Computers in Human Behavior
• Member of ICA, DGPuK, and DGPs

Scientific Awards:

• 2021: Top Paper Award (ICA), Best Paper Award (DGPuK)
• 2017: Top Paper Award (NCA)
• 2015: Top Paper Award (ICA), Excellence in Teaching Award
• 2014: Best Paper Award (DGPuK)
• 2009: Best Paper Award (DGPs)