In a recent whimsical but insightful blog post for the Digital Science’s TL;DR website, Suze Kundu, Director of Researcher and Community Engagement at Digital Science, looked at the academic research that has been inspired by Taylor Swift. By using the rich and interlinked data available on Dimensions, Kundu drew a connection between the different periods of research and specific “eras” in Taylor Swift’s career, which align with her musical evolution.
The article categorizes research into various “eras,” such as the “Linguistics Era” (2019), which saw a rise in studies analyzing her lyrics, and the “Creative Arts and Writing Era” (2022), driven by the impact of her albums Folklore and Evermore during the COVID-19 pandemic. It also explores the “Language, Communication, and Culture Era” (2023), noting a significant increase in studies related to her influence on cultural discussions around gender, sexuality, and social inclusion.
Drawing from the grant data available on Dimensions, the article also light-heartedly touches on the concept of “Swiftonomics,” highlighting how referencing Taylor Swift in grant proposals can increase their visibility. It also mentions a clinical trial examining the potential link between her music and mental health, reflecting Swift’s broad cultural impact.
Read the full article, The Research Eras Tour – the Scholarly Side of Taylor Swift on Digital Science’s TL;DR website.
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