COVID-19 research in the news: Visualizing the sentiment and topics in science news about the pandemic

Key Points

• Misrepresentation in news can cause public skepticism about covid-19 science, hampering trust in research efforts.
• Sentiment analysis reveals mixed feelings in media portrayal of covid-19, with potential consequences for public perception.
• Analysis focuses on the infodemic accompanying covid-19, emphasizing the need for clear scientific communication.
• The study highlights the importance of accurate science representation to mitigate the impact of misinformation.