About
Shirley Chan is a Researcher at the Department of Arts and Cultural Sciences within Lund University's Joint Faculties of Humanities and Theology. Her work focuses on digital preservation and information science with a specific emphasis on cultural memory and fan culture in digital environments.
- University: Lund University
- School: Joint Faculties of Humanities and Theology
- Department: Information Studies
Research Interests
Shirley's research explores the intersection of digital cultural participation, social media platforms, and memory-making processes. She investigates how informal digital communities (e.g., Reddit and Tumblr users) create and sustain cultural heritage through participatory practices.
Recent Publications analyze:
- Conceptual boundaries between platforms and infrastructures (2022)
- Student-led digital activism in public discourse (2024)
Scientific Awards
- Best full paper award at CoLIS11 (Conceptions of Library and Information Science)
Additional Roles
- Teaching Assistant for ABMM33: Archival Studies (Autumn 2025)
- Active participant in research networks on disinformation and conspiracy theories
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