AUC Academic Dr. Emel Yılmaz’s Article Published in a Prestigious Scopus-Indexed International Journal

The work of Dr. Emel Yılmaz, a faculty member at the Department of Visual Communication and Design, Faculty of Fine Arts, American University of Cyprus, has been published in the International Journal of Environmental Sciences, a journal of international academic prestige.

Dr. Yılmaz, in his article titled “The Visible Face of Popular Culture: A Critique of the Culture Industry Through TV Competitions, Media Representations, and the Case of Nihal Candan,” presented a critique of the culture industry through TV competitions and media representations that are followed with interest by the masses in today’s society. The journal, which has been in publication since 1963, is indexed in leading international databases such as Elsevier, EBSCO, and Scopus. Known for its academic credibility and with a CiteScore of 1.4 as of 2024, the journal is recognized in the international academic community as a peer-reviewed and prestigious publication.

In his work, Dr. Yılmaz emphasized that media content is not merely a means of entertainment; it has also become a powerful tool that shapes individuals’ perceptions of identity, value systems, and social relationships. The article critically examined the effects of media on audiences and the functioning of the culture industry, particularly through the example of Nihal Candan. Dr. Emel Yılmaz, an expert in media studies, is known for her research on popular culture, media representations, and the culture industry. Throughout her academic career, Yılmaz has authored numerous scientific articles, papers, and projects on media theories, visual communication, and cultural studies. She is particularly known for her work examining the social and individual effects of popular culture.