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Christopher P. Atwood is a Professor of Mongolian and Chinese Frontier and Ethnic History and Department Chair of East Asian Languages and Civilizations at the University of Pennsylvania. He holds a PhD from Indiana University's Central Eurasian Studies Department. His research focuses on the interplay of culture, political power, and historiography in Mongol and Inner Asian contexts. Atwood's work spans topics such as Mongol nationalism, Yuan dynasty historiography, and the socio-economic history of nomadic societies. Education: AB from Harvard University (1986), PhD from Indiana University (1994). He previously taught at Indiana University for two decades, serving in administrative roles. His affiliations include visiting scholar positions at institutions like the Institute for Advanced Study (Princeton) and Peking University. Research interests include environmental history (e.g., marmot-human relations), political dynamics (e.g., Mongol empires and comparative imperial formations), and literary studies (e.g., Mongolian poetry and textual canonization). He has authored works like the Encyclopedia of Mongolia and the Mongol Empire and collaborates on projects such as the Sources of Mongolian Tradition . Teaching includes courses on Inner Asian civilizations, the Mongol Empire, and the Secret History of the Mongols . He emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, blending philology, environmental history, and cultural analysis to reconstruct nomadic and steppe societies.

• Mongolian History
• Chinese Frontier and Ethnic History
• Political Power Dynamics
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Piper Gaubatz is a Professor of Geography at the Department of Geosciences, University of Massachusetts Amherst, and a Faculty Affiliate at the Department of Landscape Architecture & Regional Planning. Her career spans urban transformation studies in China, Japan, and the U.S., with a focus on public space, globalization, and environmental history. Princeton University (AB in Sociology, Secondary in Architecture) UC Berkeley (MA and PhD in Geography) Postdoctoral: East-West Center (1990-91), Yale Agrarian Studies (2005-06) Research explores four themes: urban form (political economy of space), urban change (historical continuity), urban ecology (environmental interactions), and social justice (inequality in urbanization). Current work analyzes public squares in China through GIS, fieldwork, and policy analysis. Grants include Fulbright, National Academy of Sciences, Henry Luce Foundation, Chinese Academy of Sciences, and Japan Society for the Promotion of Science. Recent publications focus on urban sustainability (2020), public squares (2019), and regional inequality (2017). Advises PhD students like Sainan Lin Editorial roles: Cities, Urban Morphology, Eurasian Geography Field research in 18 cities across China, Japan, and the U.S.

• Urban Geography
• Urban Ecology
• Environmental History
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HUANG Fei is a Professor of Chinese History and Society in the Department of Chinese Studies at the Faculty of Humanities, University of Tübingen, Germany. She has held this position since 2020, following a Junior Professorship at the same institution from 2014 to 2020. Her academic journey began with a BA in History from Sun Yat-sen University (Guangzhou, 2005) and culminated in a PhD in Chinese Studies from Leiden University (2012). University: University of Tübingen School: Faculty of Humanities Department: Department of Chinese Studies Academic Rank: Professor Email: fei.huang@uni-tuebingen.de Her research spans an interdisciplinary terrain, combining landscape studies, environmental history, history of the body, cultural geography, historical anthropology, art history, and material culture studies . Her work primarily investigates China’s historical development from the 16th to the 20th century, with a regional focus on Southwest China, especially Yunnan, and thematic attention to frontier dynamics, urban environments, and the interplay between natural resources and cultural memory. Professor Huang’s recent publications reveal a consistent and evolving scholarly trajectory centered on the transformation of natural and urban landscapes. Her research on hot springs —such as Huaqing Hot Springs—explores their roles in public health, urban planning, and ideological representation in modern China. Her earlier work on Dongchuan examines how imperial and local actors reshaped frontier landscapes through cultural representation, religious practice, and economic interests. Articles on sulfur manufacturing, bathing culture, and Tusi succession highlight her ability to connect local practices with broader global and environmental networks. Scientific Awards and Recognition: No specific awards or fellowships are mentioned in the provided texts. Advising and Grants: She supervises PhD and Master’s theses in Chinese history and culture, though specific student names are not listed. No explicit mention of grants or funded research projects is made in the texts, but her extensive publication record in top-tier journals suggests active research engagement. Labs and Research Teams: She is affiliated with the Department of Chinese Studies at the University of Tübingen and participates in interdisciplinary research within the Faculty of Humanities. Her work often involves collaboration with scholars in anthropology, geography, and environmental history, as evidenced by her co-taught courses and international academic engagement.

• Chinese History and Society
• Environmental History
• Landscape Studies
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James A. Millward is a Professor of Inter-societal History at Georgetown University's Edmund A. Walsh School of Foreign Service and Department of History. He holds a Ph.D. in History from Stanford University (1993), an MA from the School of Oriental and African Studies (University of London, 1985), and a BA in East Asian Languages and Civilizations from Harvard (1983). Millward specializes in Qing imperial history, the Silk Road, Xinjiang studies, and cross-cultural musical exchanges across Eurasia. Research Interests: His work critically examines Sinicization narratives, the Qing tribute system, and the impact of colonial historiography on contemporary China's ethnic policies. He also explores musical instrument diffusion along the Silk Road, comparing lutes like the pipa and oud. Publications: Notable works include Eurasian Crossroads: A History of Xinjiang (2007, 2021), The Silk Road: A Very Short Introduction (2013), and chapters in edited volumes analyzing Qing multiculturalism and cultural assimilation frameworks. Academic Leadership: As former president of the Central Eurasian Studies Society (2010) and contributor to the International Studies Association award-winning Culture and Order in World Politics (2019), Millward bridges historical analysis with modern political discourse. Media Engagement: A frequent contributor to The New York Times , Washington Post , and international media, he provides expert commentary on Xinjiang, Uyghur issues, and China-West relations. His current projects include a study of lute cultural exchange and the book Decolonizing History in China , challenging exceptionalist narratives in mainland historiography.

• Qing Empire
• Silk Road
• Eurasian Lutes and Music
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Xiaoyuan Liu is the David Dean 21st Century Professor of Asian Studies and Professor of History at the University of Virginia, where he is affiliated with the Department of History in the School of Arts and Sciences. His research focuses on modern Chinese history, particularly China’s ethnic frontiers, Sino-American relations, and East Asian international history. Ph.D., The University of Iowa, 1990 M.A., The University of Iowa, 1984 Beijing Teachers College, Class 1974 His research explores the interplay between revolution, war, diplomacy, and frontier dynamics in 20th-century China. He has extensively analyzed the Chinese Communist Party’s policies toward ethnic minorities, the transformation of China’s state structure, and its international relations during critical historical junctures such as World War II and the Cold War. His work bridges diplomatic history with ethnic and territorial studies, offering nuanced perspectives on China’s rise and its geopolitical footprint. The most recent publications reflect a consistent focus on border demarcation, territorial ethics, and frontier integration, particularly in relation to Tibet and Mongolia. His scholarship demonstrates deep archival engagement and a transnational approach, situating Chinese history within broader global and imperial contexts. Notable awards and honors include: Outstanding Career Achievement in Research Award, School of Liberal Arts and Sciences, Iowa State University, 2011 Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars Fellowship for Asian Policy Studies, 2002–2003 Social Science Research Council–MacArthur Foundation Postdoctoral Fellowship, 1997–1999 Smith Richardson Foundation Grants for Junior Faculty, 1997–1998 Liu has advised numerous graduate students and secured significant research grants, though specific names are not listed. His work continues to shape scholarly understanding of China’s frontier policies and international relations. He is an active member of the Association of Asian Studies, the American Historical Association, and the Chinese Historians in the United States.

• Chinese Ethnic-Frontier Affairs in International Politics
• Chinese-American Relations
• East Asian International History
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John Kwadwo Osei-Tutu is a Professor at the Department of Historical and Classical Studies, Faculty of Humanities, NTNU. His research focuses on African history, particularly colonialism, fortifications, and Ghanaian socio-political dynamics. He has supervised numerous Master’s theses and authored/co-authored books like Forts, Castles and Society in West Africa (2018) and Shadows of Empire (2017). His work bridges historical analysis with contemporary issues like Ghana’s oil policies and African-Chinese relations. Osei-Tutu collaborates internationally, notably through the Norpart project on Ghanaian forts, and actively engages in public lectures on topics ranging from Nelson Mandela to postcolonial governance. Education & Research: Holds a PhD in History (2013, NTNU) and advanced degrees from Ghana and Norway. Research areas include pre-colonial African states, colonial fortifications’ socio-cultural impacts, and postcolonial development. His recent work examines oil industry policies in West Africa and transnational historical networks. Key Projects: Led excavations at Ghana’s historical forts (OSUpro project) and co-edited volumes on European fortifications’ legacies. Serves as discussant for films and conferences addressing African socio-political issues.

• African History
• Colonial Studies
• Historical Geography
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Pietari Kaapa is a Professor in Media and Communications at the University of Warwick's Centre for Cultural and Media Policy Studies. He is also an Affiliate Professor (Docent) in Film and Television Studies at the University of Helsinki. His research focuses on sustainable media production, environmental management in creative industries, and Nordic cinema studies. He co-leads the Global Green Media Production network with Hunter Vaughan, addressing ecological challenges in screen media. Kaapa serves as editor of the Journal of Scandinavian Cinema and Documentary Film Cultures . He has published extensively, including twelve books such as Environmental Management of the Media (2018) and Film and Television Production in the Age of the Climate Crisis (2022). His work bridges academia and industry through projects like the AHRC-funded Createch Frontiers sustainability initiative. Kaapa teaches modules on global media policy and supervises PhD research on topics like environmental film practices in Finland and East Asian co-productions. His research integrates ecocritical perspectives with industrial strategies, analyzing Nordic and global screen media through lenses of sustainability, cultural identity, and transnational collaboration. He has authored over 40 peer-reviewed articles and co-edited special journal issues on topics like Nordic Production Studies and Ecocinema Audiences.

• Sustainable Media Production
• Climate Crisis and Film/Television
• Nordic Cinema Studies
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Yulian Wu is Associate Professor of History at Michigan State University, specializing in Late Imperial China with focus on Qing dynasty material culture, gender relations, and ethnic policies. Her office is located in the Old Horticulture Building. Her research examines: Manchu court ethnic policies through material culture Gender relations transformation in High Qing period (1680-1820) Huizhou salt merchants' sociopolitical roles Nephrite jade production/consumption in empire-building Publications demonstrate consistent focus on merchant networks, jade artifacts, and gender performance. Recent works explore jade's role in territorial symbolism and merchant charity as status performance. Earlier scholarship established foundations in gender and material culture studies. Wu's first monograph 'Luxurious Networks' (2017) analyzes merchant-court relations, while her current project 'Crafting Jade' examines jade's significance in Qing imperial expansion using Chinese and Manchu archival sources.

• Late Imperial China
• Qing Dynasty
• Material Culture
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Susan Erickson is a Professor of Art History at the University of Michigan-Dearborn, affiliated with the College of Arts, Sciences, and Letters and the Department of Language, Culture, and the Arts. Her teaching spans Art History/Applied Art and Human Centered Engineering Design, with office hours held Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:00pm to 3:00pm or by appointment. Her academic foundation includes: Ph.D. from the University of Minnesota M.A. from the University of Minnesota Dr. Erickson's research focuses on Ancient China through the lens of Chinese Art History, specializing in Han Dynasty material culture. Her work examines jade pendants, tomb architecture, funerary practices, and ritual monuments like Que pillars, bridging archaeological evidence with cultural interpretation. This scholarship explores how material objects mediated social, political, and spiritual dimensions in early Chinese society. Her publication trends from 2003-2018 reveal deep specialization in Han Dynasty archaeology, with consistent contributions to journals (*Archives of Asian Art*, *Arts Asiatiques*) and major exhibition catalogues. Key thematic patterns include systematic analysis of jade artifacts, spatial organization of tombs, death rituals, and sacred site monuments across Henan and Sichuan provinces. Her work demonstrates enduring collaboration with institutions like Cambridge University Press and museum curators.

• Ancient China
• Art History
• Chinese Art

Victor Zatsepine serves as Associate Professor of History at the University of Connecticut, specializing in Chinese modern history with regional focus on Manchuria and the Russian Far East. His academic appointments include Post-Doctoral Fellow at Peking University (2007) and Research Assistant Professor at Hong Kong University (2008-2013). His research centers on Sino-Russian frontier encounters, border societies in East Asia, and 1950s Sino-Soviet exchanges. Zatsepine examines historical dynamics through interdisciplinary lenses combining political, social, and environmental history. His work reveals complex interactions between imperial powers, migrant communities, and indigenous populations along contested borders. Teaching responsibilities include HIST/AAAS 2688/W (Foreign Relations of China since 1949), HIST/AAAS 3808 (East Asia to Mid-19th Century), and HIST/AAAS 3809 (East Asia Since Mid-19th Century). His publications demonstrate consistent focus on borderland societies, with major works analyzing the Amur River region's historical significance.

• Chinese Modern History
• Sino-Russian Relations
• Frontier Societies
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Dr. Barbara L. Voss is a Professor of Anthropology at Stanford University with affiliations across multiple interdisciplinary centers including the Stanford Archaeology Center, Center for Comparative Studies of Race and Ethnicity, and Programs in Asian American Studies, Urban Studies, and Gender and Sexuality Studies. Her research focuses on the archaeology of diaspora communities, colonialism, and the intersections of race, gender, and sexuality in historical contexts. Her work emphasizes transnational perspectives, particularly regarding Chinese immigrant communities in North America and colonial encounters in Spanish America. Notable projects include the Market Street Chinatown Archaeology Project and the Chinese Railroad Workers in North America Project, which combine material culture analysis with community collaboration. Voss is also a leading voice in addressing systemic issues in archaeology, such as harassment and ethical practice reforms through trauma-informed approaches. Her publications span over two decades, analyzing topics like ethnogenesis processes, domestic artifact use, and the material legacies of marginalized groups. She has pioneered methodologies for reconstructing historical narratives through fragmented archaeological records and advocates for inclusive, community-engaged research practices.

• Archaeology of Chinese diaspora communities
• Colonialism studies
• Ethnogenesis
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Yuanchong Wang is an Associate Professor in the Department of History at the University of Delaware, affiliated with the College of Arts & Sciences. He specializes in late imperial and modern Chinese and East Asian history, focusing on frontier policy, state building, and Sino-Korean relations. His research examines how the Qing Empire constructed its identity and governance structures through interactions with neighboring states like Chosŏn Korea. Wang earned his Ph.D. from Cornell University, M.A. from Peking University, and B.A. from Shandong University. He currently serves as Editor-in-Chief of The Chinese Historical Review (since 2024). His notable works include Remaking the Chinese Empire: Manchu-Korean Relations, 1616–1911 (2018) and Zhong Mei Xiangyu (2021), which received the Horizon Prize for Historical Writing in China. His teaching spans courses on East Asian civilization, modern China, and U.S.-China relations. Key research themes include the evolution of Chinese imperial identity, diplomatic negotiations, and territorial sovereignty disputes. His articles analyze topics like Qing frontier governance, Sino-Korean border dynamics, and the role of ritual in diplomacy. Wang’s scholarly contributions have been recognized through awards and translations of his work into Korean. He actively participates in international academic networks, contributing reviews to journals like the American Historical Review and Journal of Chinese History .

• Late Imperial Chinese History
• Modern Chinese History
• East Asian History
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Dr David Brophy is a Senior Lecturer in Modern Chinese History at the University of Sydney, affiliated with the China Studies Centre. He holds an ARC Discovery Early Career Research Fellowship for his project on 'Empire and Religion in Early Modern Inner Asia.' His research focuses on the social and political history of China’s northwest, particularly Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region, and its connections with the Islamic and Russian/Soviet worlds. Brophy completed his MA and PhD at Harvard University before joining the University of Sydney in 2013. Research Interests: History of Qing and Republican China Early Modern Eurasia Colonialism and National Movements Islamic Studies (Sufism) Teaching: Courses include 'China in the Nineteenth-Century World,' 'Modern Chinese History,' and 'Beyond the Great Wall: China’s Frontiers.' He supervises research on modern Chinese history, Xinjiang politics, and Eurasian empires. Awards: ARC Discovery Early Career Research Fellowship (2017–present) Labs/Teams: Active member of the China Studies Centre. His work bridges historical analysis with contemporary geopolitical discourse, evidenced by his media engagement on Sino-Australian relations.

• History of Qing and Republican China
• Early Modern Eurasia
• Colonialism and National Movements
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Gardner Bovingdon is an Associate Professor at the Hamilton Lugar School of Global and International Studies at Indiana University Bloomington. He also holds adjunct roles as Adjunct Associate Professor in East Asian Languages and Cultures, History, and Political Science. His research focuses on contemporary Xinjiang politics, modern Xinjiang history, historiography in China, nationalism, and ethnic conflict. Education: PhD in History from Cornell University (2002). Research interests include the intersection of Chinese state policies, Uyghur identity, and historical narratives in Xinjiang. His notable work The Uyghurs: Strangers in Their Own Land (2010) examines Uyghur minority dynamics under Chinese rule. Publications span articles analyzing CCP policy impacts, contested historical narratives, and ethnic resistance in Xinjiang. His work often critiques the political construction of history and its implications for minority groups. Advising: Currently mentoring doctoral student Bill Mankins. Affiliated with Indiana University's Global and International Studies program.

• Politics in Contemporary Xinjiang
• History of Modern Xinjiang
• Historiography in China
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Xiuyu Wang is an Associate Professor of History at Washington State University Vancouver, affiliated with the College of Arts and Sciences. He holds a Ph.D. from Carnegie Mellon University (2006). His research focuses on the intersection of nationalism, ethnicity, and imperialism in late Qing China, particularly examining the dynamics between the Qing Empire and its Tibetan borderlands. Key areas include administrative regularization policies, frontier conflicts, and cultural diversity in imperial governance. Dr. Wang's teaching encompasses modern Chinese history, East Asian studies, and world history. His notable publication, China’s Last Imperial Frontier: Late Qing Expansion in Sichuan’s Tibetan Borderlands (2011), investigates Qing strategies to integrate eastern Tibet and local resistance. Recent work includes analyses of Qing military campaigns, frontier diplomacy, and the legacy of imperial policies in modern Sino-Tibetan relations. His articles span topics such as ethnic administration in Kham, geopolitical strategies of Qing officials, and historiography of imperial narratives. Despite prolific scholarly contributions, no scientific awards are explicitly mentioned. No grants or advising roles are detailed in the provided texts. Dr. Wang is based at WSU Vancouver’s Multimedia Building (Room 102X), reachable via (360) 546-9174.

• Modern Chinese History
• Ethnicity Studies
• Imperial History
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