Sanjay Krishnan

Sanjay Krishnan is a Professor at Boston University specializing in postcolonial literatures, critical theory, and globalization studies. His research examines literary representations of cultural identity, colonial legacies, and transnational narratives. Krishnan holds a PhD from Columbia University and has received prestigious fellowships including the National Humanities Center Fellowship (2012-2013) and Center for Humanities Research Fellowship at UWC, South Africa (2011).

His scholarly interests span:

• Postcolonial literary theory and world literature frameworks
• Critical analysis of globalization narratives
• Cultural memory and identity formation in colonial contexts

Krishnan's publication trends demonstrate sustained focus on:

• V.S. Naipaul's literary corpus and postcolonial theory
• Historical trauma in colonial narratives
• Comparative analyses of diasporic experiences
• Methodological innovations in literary criticism

His major recognitions include:

• National Humanities Center Fellowship (2012-2013)
• Center for Humanities Research Fellowship, UWC South Africa (2011)