His research and publications have centered on global media issues with a focus on the Arab world. This includes work on transnational television industries, representation of history in media, and consumption and cultural identity. His research yielded scholarly journal publications (Global Media Journal and Arab Media & Society) as well as conference papers (Global Fusion, International Communication Association, and National Communication Association). Recently, Nasr’s work explored the role of Al-Jazeera Arabic in shaping popular consciousness during the Arab uprisings. He is currently investigating the role of colloquial Arabic in framing gender and gender roles in Lebanese society.