Rebecca Wells

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Rebecca Wells is a leading researcher at the intersection of journalism, creativity, and computational innovation. Her work primarily explores how digital tools can augment journalistic practice, with a particular focus on supporting creativity under the mounting time and resource pressures facing modern newsrooms. Wells’s most cited paper, "Using computational tools to support journalists’ creativity" (2021, 14 citations), introduces the INJECT project—a groundbreaking suite of digital tools designed to help journalists generate story ideas and interrogate complex topics more effectively. This research directly addresses concerns about the decline of investigative reporting, offering practical, technology-driven solutions to sustain rigorous journalism. By demonstrating how computational support can enhance rather than replace human creativity, Wells has carved out a vital niche in the field of digital journalism studies. Her work is especially notable for bridging the gap between technical development and real-world newsroom challenges, making her a key voice in conversations about the future of journalism. With her focus on empowering journalists through innovation, Wells continues to shape how we think about creativity and resilience in an increasingly demanding media landscape.