As we close out another banner year at JMIR Publications, we’re taking a moment to celebrate the incredible growth of our YouTube community. In 2025, our mission to make high-impact research accessible reached new heights through our flagship playlist: Decoding Digital Health: Author Stories.
This series isn't just a collection of videos; it’s a bridge between the rigorous world of peer-reviewed manuscripts and the real-world impact that research can have. By hearing directly from the scientists themselves, we get to see the human curiosity and passion that fuels the future of medicine.
In 2025 alone, we were proud to feature 165 new author-submitted videos. From breakthroughs in AI-driven education to the intersection of nutrition and dermatology, these stories are redefining how we share knowledge.
Out of nearly all of the new submissions, these five videos resonated most deeply with our global audience this year:
Frustrated by dandruff treatments that only offer temporary relief? Kansas City University researcher Emily Woolhiser’s study became our #1 video by diving into how the Western diet, zinc levels, and Vitamin D impact seborrheic dermatitis. This video struck a chord with viewers looking for sustainable, lifestyle-based solutions to a common but frustrating condition.
Public health is going digital. From Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, Carolina Melo’s research highlights how apps and social media platforms like X (Twitter) are being used in Brazil to track outbreaks of Dengue, Zika, and Chikungunya. By identifying "rumors" and identifying trends faster than traditional methods, this work shows how technology can literally save lives during an epidemic.
In this powerful video, Dr. Juanita-Dawne Bacsu from Thompson Rivers University explores how social media becomes a tool for change during World Alzheimer's Month. By analyzing thousands of posts, her team identified how sharing lived experiences and debunking myths can dismantle the stigma surrounding dementia, empowering policymakers and families alike.
As Generative AI becomes ubiquitous, how does it fit into the classroom? Julia Harrington from Western University breaks down her study on Large Language Models (LLMs) in nursing education. The video explores the transformative potential of personalized, interactive learning while emphasizing the critical ethical guardrails needed to train the next generation of healthcare professionals.
The pandemic pushed healthcare online, but who was left behind? University of Manchester research fellow Nisar Ahmed’s research focuses on the digital experiences of older South Asian, Black African, and Caribbean individuals. By highlighting accessibility challenges and the ongoing need for face-to-face care, this video serves as a vital call for more inclusive, equitable digital health solutions.
The success of 2025 has shown us that there is a demand for accessible science. We want to thank every author who took the time to step in front of the camera this year to share their work with the world.
Are you a researcher with a paper currently in review or recently published with JMIR? We’d love to help you tell your story in 2026. Contact us to learn how you can submit your own video and join our growing library of digital health innovators.
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