Urban Legend Research Project

The Urban Legend Research Project is an academic effort to study and analyze popular urban legends—modern, often sensational stories circulated as truth but typically based on exaggeration or falsehood. The project aims to understand how these stories spread, why they persist, and what they reveal about cultural fears and values. Researchers examine the origins, variations, and social impact of these legends through data collection and analysis, helping to shed light on collective beliefs and the role of storytelling in society.