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William A. Darity Jr. ('Sandy') is the Samuel DuBois Cook Distinguished Professor of Public Policy at Duke University's Sanford School of Public Policy, with joint appointments in African and African American Studies and Economics. He serves as director of the Samuel DuBois Cook Center on Social Equity and is an affiliate of the Duke Initiative for Science & Society. Previously, he held leadership positions including chair of the Department of African and African American Studies at Duke and director of Graduate Studies at UNC Chapel Hill. Darity's research centers on racial and economic inequality, with particular focus on stratification economics, reparations, the racial wealth gap, labor market outcomes by skin shade, the Atlantic slave trade's economic impact, and the social psychological effects of unemployment. His work bridges economics, public policy, and social justice, examining how structural inequalities persist across generations and how policy interventions might address them. He has developed the theoretical framework of stratification economics to explain intergroup inequality beyond traditional market-based discrimination models. His publications reveal a consistent focus on racial economic disparities, with recent work examining reparations policy implementation (2024-2025), Latinx stratification economics (2024), and the century-long impacts of events like the Tulsa Massacre (2024). His scholarship spans theoretical economics, empirical analysis of racial disparities, and policy proposals for addressing systemic inequality. Samuel Z. Westerfield Award (2012) American Academy of Arts and Sciences Member (2025) Distinguished Fellow, American Economic Association (2024) Politico 50 recognition (2017) Award from Global Policy Solutions (2017) President of National Economic Association President of Southern Economic Association Darity has advised numerous PhD students throughout his career and has secured significant research funding, including grants focused on reparations, wealth inequality, and structural barriers to economic inclusion. His current projects include the Samuel DuBois Cook Center's research on racial and economic inequality and the ARC of Justice podcast series exploring racial economic inequality. He has served as Editor in Chief of the International Encyclopedia of the Social Sciences and co-authored the influential book 'From Here to Equality: Reparations for Black Americans in the Twenty-First Century' with A. Kirsten Mullen.

• Racial inequality
• Stratification economics
• Reparations economics
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Oliver Dinius serves as an Associate Professor of History at the University of Mississippi within the College of Liberal Arts. He recently completed his term as Executive Director of the Croft Institute for International Studies (2016-2025) and has returned to his faculty position in the Department of History. His academic career spans over two decades since joining the university in 2004 after completing his Ph.D. at Harvard University. Dr. Dinius's educational background includes a B.A. equivalent from Ruprecht-Karls Universitaet Heidelberg in Germany, followed by graduate studies at Harvard University, where he earned his M.A. in 1996 and Ph.D. in History in 2004. His research focuses on the history of social and economic development in Latin America, with particular emphasis on 20th-century Brazil. His work examines how regional and class inequalities shaped state development policies, especially in the Amazon region. He has conducted significant research on Brazil's steel industry and company towns, exploring the intersection of industrialization, labor relations, and state power. Analysis of his publications reveals a consistent focus on Brazilian development history, with particular attention to industrial policy, regional inequality, and the social impacts of state-led development initiatives. His scholarly work spans historical analysis, development studies, and Latin American political economy, reflecting an interdisciplinary approach to understanding development processes. Fulbright Scholar Award for research in Belem As an educator, Dinius teaches Introduction to International Studies (Inst 101), core courses on Latin America, and specialized courses including 'The War on Drugs in Latin America,' 'The Problem of Inequality in Latin America,' and 'Soccer Madness: From Brazil to the World.' He advises Croft senior theses on Latin American topics and offers graduate courses on Brazil and modern Latin America through the History Department.

• Latin American History
• Brazilian History
• Development Studies
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Dr. phil. habil. Alexandra Manske serves as an Acting Professor of Sociology at the University of Duisburg-Essen within the Faculty of Social Sciences, where she leads research and teaching activities at the Institute of Sociology. Her academic profile centers on work sociology, gender studies, and social inequalities, with particular expertise in cultural and creative industries. Her research interests include: Work sociology and transformations in labor relations Gender studies and inequalities in workplace structures Social inequalities and precarious work conditions Cultural and creative industries Contemporary work cultures and organizational practices Digital transformation's impact on labor Professor Manske's scholarly output reveals a consistent analytical focus on the paradoxes of creative labor, where glamour and precarity coexist. Her work examines how emotional labor functions as organizational currency in design agencies, power dynamics in theater production, and gendered impacts of pandemic conditions on cultural workers. She investigates tensions between traditional work structures and digital transformation, particularly how hybrid work models affect creative professionals. Her research demonstrates how seemingly progressive creative industries often perpetuate traditional gender hierarchies despite apparent flexibility. Her significant research projects include the DFG Network 'Artistic-Creative Employment' (2017-2023), the current 'Self-employment and Retirement Provision' study (2024-2026), and the 2023 analysis of 'Funding architecture for the independent performing arts in Hamburg.' Professor Manske has received invitations to speak at major academic and cultural events including the Sociology Congress 2025, Westphalian Cultural Conference, and Digital Arts Zurich. Her scholarly contributions extend beyond academia through media engagement, including an interview featured in the July 2025 Soziopolis newsletter discussing changing work cultures, creative labor paradoxes, and industrial society revival. Her ability to bridge theoretical sociology with contemporary social challenges demonstrates her commitment to relevant academic work.

• Work Sociology
• Gender Studies
• Social Inequalities
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Dani Parker Moore is an Associate Professor of Education at Wake Forest University, where she also serves as Director of the Schools, Education, and Society Minor. Her work bridges educational theory and practice through teaching roles in undergraduate and graduate programs, focusing on education, community involvement, and educational psychology. Research Interests: Dr. Moore’s research explores foundational educational theories, qualitative research methodologies, and the role of parents and caregivers in educational and community settings. Her scholarship emphasizes social justice in education, critical race theory, and intersectional analyses of race, class, and gender. Article Trends: Her recent publications highlight qualitative studies on systemic inequities in education, mentoring dynamics across racial and socioeconomic boundaries, and intersectional critiques of power structures in sports and pedagogy. Key themes include youth development, anti-racist practices, and qualitative inquiry.

• Education
• Qualitative Research Methods
• Parental Involvement in Education
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Monika Rosińska is an Assistant Professor at SWPS University's Faculty of Design in Warsaw, where she serves as Head of the Department of Design Theory and Research and as Dean's Representative for Interdisciplinarity. She is affiliated with both the Institute of Social Sciences and the Design Institute within the university. Her research focuses on the socio-cultural dimensions of design practices, with particular expertise in non-anthropocentric design, science and technology studies (STS), and critical/speculative design approaches. She investigates the history of design within political, social and cultural contexts, and examines the sociology of objects in everyday life. Dr. Rosińska explores why the creative process extends beyond form and function, pursues definitions of "good design," and investigates what matters to contemporary designers. Her scholarly work reveals consistent themes across publications, with recent research increasingly focused on multi-species communities and non-anthropocentric approaches to design. Her 2019 paper "Zoepolis: Non-anthropocentric design as an experiment in multi-species care" represents a significant contribution to this emerging field, building on earlier work exploring urban revitalization and participatory design. Dr. Rosińska has curated exhibitions including "Zoepolis. Design for Plants and Animals," which serves as both research output and practical exploration of her theoretical frameworks. Her publications span from foundational works on collective behaviors ("Deindywiduacja. Socjologia zachowań zbiorowych") to cutting-edge explorations of AI in visual arts (2025). She actively contributes to academic discourse through platforms including Google Scholar, ResearchGate, Academia.edu, and ORCID, maintaining visibility across multiple scholarly networks. Her work bridges sociology and design in innovative ways that challenge traditional disciplinary boundaries.

• Sociology of Design
• Non-anthropocentric Design
• Science and Technology Studies
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William Marx is a Professor of Comparative Literatures at the Collège de France since 2019. Born in Villeneuve-lès-Avignon in 1966, he studied at the École normale supérieure and earned his doctoral degree from the University of Paris-Sorbonne in 2000. He has taught at universities in France, the United States, and Japan, and has been recognized with numerous prestigious awards including membership in Academia Europaea and honors from the Académie française. His research focuses on the long-term evolution of aesthetic systems and the status of literature from Antiquity to the present day, examining how these vary across cultures. He has made significant contributions to genetic criticism and manuscript editing, particularly through his work on Paul Valéry and T.S. Eliot. Marx's scholarly work demonstrates a consistent trajectory exploring the nature of literature, literary canons, and mental libraries. His publications span from Birth of Modern Criticism (2002) to his most recent Libraries of the Mind (2025), revealing a deep engagement with how literature functions across cultural boundaries and historical periods. His research shows particular interest in defamiliarization processes and transcultural literary systems. His scientific recognition includes: Member of Academia Europaea Laureate of Académie française Laureate of Académie des sciences morales et politiques Chevalier de l'ordre des Arts et des Lettres Honorary member of Institut universitaire de France Laureate of International Francqui Professor chair Marx regularly delivers lectures worldwide, engaging with institutions across Europe, Asia, and Africa on topics related to world literature and comparative approaches to textual analysis. His work bridges traditional literary scholarship with innovative approaches to understanding literature's global dimensions.

• Comparative Literature
• World Literature
• Literary Theory
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Li Lingyan serves as an Associate Professor at Tongji University's School of Art and Media, specializing in urban-rural communication systems and national image strategy development through architectural and media interfaces. Education: PhD in Architectural History and Theory, Tongji University (2009-2015) Master of Engineering in Architectural History and Theory, Tongji University (2004-2007) Bachelor of Architecture, Harbin Institute of Technology (1999-2004) Research Focus: Her scholarship examines how media platforms—from print to smart technologies—mediate urban spatial production, architectural criticism, and national branding. She investigates the symbiotic relationship between iconic structures and cultural identity formation, particularly through China's urban renewal projects and media representations. Publication Trends: Analysis of her 2012-2019 articles reveals a consistent trajectory from historical studies of architectural criticism (1980s print media) toward contemporary analyses of digital media's impact on urban spatial transformation and national image construction, with Shanghai serving as a primary case study for cultural branding mechanisms. Scientific Awards: No major scientific awards were documented in the source material. Research Leadership: Professor Li directs significant national research initiatives while mentoring students in international communication and new media literacy courses. Her grant portfolio demonstrates sustained institutional trust in her interdisciplinary approach to media-urbanism studies. Active Projects: National Social Science Fund Youth Project 16CXW020 (2016-2019); National Social Science Fund Art Project 17BH164 (2017-2019); National Natural Science Fund Youth Project (2018-2021) Completed Projects: National Natural Science Fund Project 51278342 (2013-2016); National Natural Science Fund Project 51108322 (2012-2014); National Science & Technology Support Program 2012BAJ22B03 (2012-2015) Research Ecosystem: As a core member of Tongji University's Omnimedia Research Institute, she contributes to experimental media pedagogy through the Media Experiment and Practice Teaching Center while advancing theoretical frameworks for understanding media's role in shaping urban identities.

• Urban Communication
• National Image Strategy
• Media Studies
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Kyra D. Gaunt, PhD is an Assistant Professor at University at Albany, State University of New York, holding appointments in the Department of Music & Theatre, Department of Women's, Gender & Sexuality Studies (as associate faculty), and Department of Sociology (as affiliate member). A cutting-edge scholar specializing in digital and embodied ethnomusicology, she joined UAlbany in 2017 after earning her PhD from the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor. Her research focuses on Black music studies, Black girlhood studies, and hip-hop feminism, with particular attention to how Black girls navigate musical spaces online. Gaunt's scholarship explores the intersections of music, technology, and violence targeting Black girls in digital spaces from YouTube to TikTok, making significant contributions to understanding how musical internet platforms shape girls' experiences. Her work reveals consistent patterns across publications showing how Black girls' cultural practices—from double-dutch to game songs—are foundational to Black popular music while simultaneously being sites of digital exploitation. The research demonstrates how platforms monetize Black girls' creativity while exposing them to harm, with particular attention to how music tech grooms girls for emotional and psychological violence online. 2007 Alan P. Merriam Prize for 'The Games Black Girls Play' 2023 Tribeca Film Festival winner 2024 NAACP Image Award recipient 96th OSCARS® Shortlisted Documentary 2025 American Film Showcase envoy Senior TED Fellow (2020-2022) As a federally-certified expert witness in social media cases and recipient of a Ms. Foundation $25k grant, Gaunt bridges academic scholarship with real-world applications. Her work with the documentary 'Black Girls Play: A Story of Hand Games' has taken her to international platforms as an American Film Showcase envoy, demonstrating the global impact of her research on Black girls' cultural practices.

• Digital ethnomusicology
• Black music studies
• Black girlhood studies
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Cristina Ortiz Ceberio serves as a Professor in the Department of Humanistic Studies within the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay. Her academic profile spans interdisciplinary teaching in contemporary culture, Spanish language instruction, and Spanish-language literature courses. Her educational foundation includes: Bachelor's Degree in Humanities from the University of the Basque Country (San Sebastián) PhD in Romance Languages and Literatures from the University of Cincinnati (Ohio, USA) Ortiz Ceberio's research centers on gender dynamics in Hispanic contexts with specialized focus on Basque cultural production. She examines artistic representations of violence through feminist lenses, particularly analyzing how Basque women process political conflict through literature and cinema. Her scholarly work bridges literary criticism, film studies, and critical theory while maintaining strong regional expertise in Iberian and Latin American cultural studies. Analysis of her publication trajectory reveals persistent engagement with memory politics, gendered violence, and cultural identity across diverse media forms. Her work consistently connects historical contexts with contemporary socio-political issues, demonstrating methodological versatility through analyses of diaries, films, literary texts, and cultural spaces like the Basque pelota court. Scientific awards: No awards documented in source materials Regarding academic mentoring and research funding, available documentation provides no specifics about graduate students or grant-supported projects. Her professional activities appear centered on independent scholarship and classroom instruction within the humanities curriculum. No institutional research facilities, laboratories, or collaborative teams were referenced in the source documentation.

• Gender Studies
• Basque Studies
• Spanish Literature
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Laura Moorhead is an Associate Professor in the Department of Journalism at San Francisco State University and a researcher with the ScholCommLab at Simon Fraser University. Her work bridges journalism ethics, science communication, and social justice, focusing on how media narratives address homelessness, health equity, and marginalized communities. Research interests include: Visual solutions journalism and its ethical application to societal issues Science communication dynamics between journalists and researchers Access to knowledge frameworks and open science practices Collaborative journalism models for community-driven reporting Recent article trends emphasize participatory action research, climate crisis education, and preprint usage in science reporting. She co-leads NIH-funded and NNLM grants focused on health equity and serves on the Markkula Center for Applied Ethics at Santa Clara University.

• Journalism
• Science Communication
• Social Justice
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Pauline Muir is a Senior Lecturer at the Institute for Creative and Cultural Entrepreneurship (ICCE) at Goldsmiths, University of London. She previously served as Course Director for the BA (Hons) Arts Management/Arts & Festival Management program at London South Bank University for over two decades (2007-2016). Her educational background includes a PhD in 'Sounds Mega - Musical Discourse in Black Majority Churches,' a BA in Music, a Diploma in Orchestral Studies, a Licentiate qualification from Trinity College London (LTCL), and an MA in Arts Management from City University. Dr. Muir's research focuses on the intersection of culture, religion, and music, with particular emphasis on Black British Gospel Music, congregational singing in African megachurches, and decolonizing musical practices. Her work explores how Black Majority Churches serve as critical sites for musical development that connect local gospel traditions to global secular music arenas. She examines how worship practices reflect cultural identity, power dynamics, and the transmission of musical knowledge within diasporic communities. Her recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on Black British Gospel Music as a dynamic cultural practice rooted in the African diaspora experience in Britain. Her scholarship spans historical analysis from the Windrush Generation to contemporary expressions connected to movements like Black Lives Matter, revealing how gospel music functions as both cultural preservation and social commentary. Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA) Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts (FRSA) Dr. Muir has extensive teaching experience in Arts Management, bringing her research expertise into the classroom to explore the cultural and economic dimensions of creative industries. Her work on decolonizing congregational music contributes to broader conversations about representation, copyright systems, and multicultural worship practices in contemporary religious settings.

• Culture
• Religion
• Congregational singing
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Stephen Carney is a Professor (MSO) in Educational Studies at Roskilde University's Department of Humanities and Technology, where he has been based for over 20 years. An Australian by birth, he directs his research toward educational policy and comparative education. He serves as a key member of the Learning, Education and Pedagogy (LEAP) Research Center for Problem-Oriented Project Learning and previously served as head of studies for the University's Global Humanities bachelor program from 2018-2024. Carney earned his Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Studies from the University of Oxford in 2001, following a Master of Science in Educational Governance from the same institution in 1993. His academic journey began with a Master of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies from UNSW Australia in 1990 and a Bachelor of Economics from The Australian National University in 1986. His research focuses on policy issues in higher education and schooling systems globally, with particular emphasis on university governance in Denmark and Europe, and school reform in the global south (primarily Nepal, India and western China). Carney has employed both policy analysis and ethnographic methods in his work. In recent years, he has explored methodological issues in education, particularly performative strategies for presenting schooling experiences. He served as president of the Comparative Education Society in Europe (CESE) from 2016-2022, demonstrating his significant standing in the international academic community. Analysis of Carney's recent publications reveals a consistent focus on comparative education, educational policy in a globalized world, and methodological innovations. His work frequently addresses the intersection of educational policy with cultural contexts, particularly examining how global educational trends are adapted in different national settings. A notable recent trend shows increasing attention to indigenous perspectives, reconciliation processes, and southern epistemologies in educational research. Book of the year (Shortlist): Globalization and Education Special Interest Group, Comparative and International Education Society, US (2022) George Bereday Prize for Most outstanding scholarly article published in the Comparative Education Review (2012) George Bereday Prize for Most outstanding scholarly article published in the Comparative Education Review (2009) Carney has served as principal investigator or participant in numerous research projects, including long-term initiatives on micro-credit financed entrepreneurial activities for women in Tanzania, local responses to global education reforms in Nepali primary schools, and comparative studies across Denmark, China and Zambia. His academic citizenship extends to review panels for new Master's programs and academic appointment committees. As an active researcher, he maintains collaborations across multiple countries and has recently engaged as a visiting researcher at the University of Modena Reggio Emilia.

• Educational Policy
• Comparative Education
• Higher Education Governance
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Filipa Matos Wunderlich is an Associate Professor in Urban Design at University College London's Bartlett School of Planning, where she serves as Director of the cross-faculty MRes Interdisciplinary Urban Design (MRes IdUD) program and Urban Design Strategic Coordinator. She previously co-designed and directed the MSc Urban Design and City Planning program and has held academic positions at UCL since 2008, initially as a Research Associate before becoming a Lecturer in 2010. Her educational background includes a PhD from University College London (2010), a Diploma of Architecture from Universidade do Porto (2000), and a Bachelor of Music from ArtEZ Institute of the Arts (2001). This interdisciplinary foundation informs her unique approach that bridges architecture, urban design, and musical performance. Wunderlich's research centers on temporality in urban places, urban rhythms, and place-rhythmanalysis, with significant contributions to temporal urban design theory and practice. Her work explores sensory and performative urbanisms, affect in the city, and the interface between urban and musical aesthetics. She also investigates gender-neutral urban design and alternative hybrid typologies in contemporary cities, emphasizing the synergy between theoretical innovation and practical application in urban design. Her publication record reveals a clear evolution from foundational theoretical work on urban rhythms and place-temporality toward increasingly sophisticated applications of temporal design principles. The most recent publications demonstrate a maturation of her temporal urban design framework, moving from conceptual explorations to practical implementations across diverse urban contexts, with growing emphasis on wellbeing, health, and sustainability implications. As a respected academic, Wunderlich regularly serves as keynote speaker at international conferences, including recent invitations to Oxford University, AESOP conferences, and the Conscious Cities Festival. She is a guest editor for Planning Theory and Practice and Architecture Open-Access journals, and frequently reviews for leading urban studies publications. In her teaching and advising roles, Wunderlich directs the MRes IdUD program and coordinates the Major Research Projects module across multiple postgraduate programs. Her grant activities include Innovate UK's Smart Walkability Platform project, UCL ChangeMakers initiatives, and the European COST Action Go2CHANGE research project on cultural heritage conservation under climate change. Wunderlich leads several research initiatives including the Post Growth Planning Research Cluster, Temporal Urban Design Research Podcast and Journal, and Collective Zebra - an online journal focused on walking. These platforms foster interdisciplinary dialogue on temporal approaches to urban design and facilitate knowledge exchange between academic research and professional practice.

• Urban Rhythms
• Temporal Urban Design
• Place-temporality
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Kyong Yoon is a Professor at the University of British Columbia Okanagan in the Faculty of Creative and Critical Studies, with appointments across Cultural Studies, Digital Arts and Humanities, English and Cultural Studies, and Global Studies. He holds the prestigious Principal's Research Chair (Tier 1) in Trans-Pacific Digital Platform Studies and serves as Digital Arts & Humanities Theme Co-coordinator. Originally from Seoul, South Korea, Professor Yoon has established himself as a leading scholar on digital media, migration, and Korean popular culture globally. His research focuses on digital media, mobile communication, migration, Korean popular culture (particularly Hallyu or the Korean Wave), and youth culture. Professor Yoon examines how digital platforms transform cultural production, consumption, and identity formation, with special attention to transnational Korean communities and the globalization of Korean media. His work bridges media studies, cultural studies, and migration studies, offering critical perspectives on platformization, cultural hybridity, and diasporic identities. Professor Yoon's scholarly contributions reveal consistent engagement with evolving media landscapes, from early mobile communication studies to contemporary platform studies. His work demonstrates how Korean digital culture both shapes and is shaped by global media flows, with particular attention to audience practices, cultural translation, and the politics of representation across different national contexts. Editorial board member, Asiascape: Digital Asia Principal's Research Chair (Tier 1) in Trans-Pacific Digital Platform Studies Digital Arts & Humanities Theme Co-coordinator Professor Yoon teaches courses including CULT 215 Cultural Industries, CULT 312 Internet Culture, CULT 313 Transnational Asian pop culture, and CULT 410 Asian cinema, guiding students through critical examinations of media, culture, and technology in global contexts.

• Digital Media
• Mobile Communication
• Migration Studies
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Bian Qing serves as an Associate Professor and Master's Supervisor in the Department of Communication at Tongji University's School of Art and Media. His research centers on media sociology, media convergence, and news production dynamics, with affiliations including the Health Communication Professional Group of the Chinese Preventive Medicine Association. He has held visiting positions at City University of Hong Kong (2017) and the University of Cambridge (2019-2020). Education: PhD in Radio and Television, Fudan University School of Journalism (2009-2012) MA in Radio and Television Journalism, Communication University of China (2004-2007) BE in Recording Engineering, Beijing Broadcasting Institute (2000-2004) Research Focus: Professor Bian investigates algorithmic governance in social media , hate speech regulation , and newsroom transformations in digital ecosystems. His work critically examines emotional drivers of online collective action and the sociopolitical dimensions of Chinese media landscapes, bridging theoretical frameworks with empirical analysis of platform dynamics. Publication Trends: Recent works (2021-2022) analyze algorithmic bias and cyber hate in global social platforms, while earlier research (2012-2016) explores Chinese social media's role in public diplomacy and journalism evolution. His scholarship consistently addresses media's societal impacts through convergent journalism frameworks and digital discourse analysis. Awards: National and university research grants including National Social Science Fund Youth Project (150,000 yuan) Multiple Outstanding Advisor Awards for China Data Journalism Competition (2019, 2021, 2022) Tongji University Young Talent Program recognition (2011, 2013) Shanghai European Society Youth Paper Award (2014) Mentorship & Grants: He has secured significant funding from national and provincial sources for projects on online public discourse and media convergence. His student guidance has yielded award-winning data journalism projects, and he serves as an SSCI journal reviewer while teaching courses including 'Converged Media Reporting' and 'Frontiers of Global Journalism Practice'. Research Infrastructure: Affiliated with Tongji University's Media Experiment and Practice Teaching Center and Omnimedia Research Institute, his work integrates experimental media production with sociological analysis of digital communication systems.

• Media Sociology
• Media Convergence
• News Production
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