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Prof. Dr. Björn Alpermann is a Full Professor of Contemporary Chinese Studies at the University of Würzburg's Faculty of Philosophy. He has held this position since 2013 and previously served as a Junior Professor there from 2008–2013. His academic career includes a doctorate in Modern Chinese Studies from the University of Cologne (2006) and research stints at the University of California, Berkeley, and Nankai University.
Research Focus: Alpermann specializes in Chinese political systems, rural governance, minority policies (especially Xinjiang and Tibet), and social change. He leads major projects such as the EU-funded 'Remote Ethnography of Xinjiang' (2023–present) and the BMBF-funded 'Worldmaking from a Global Perspective' (2020–2023). His work critically examines China's governance strategies, ethnic policies, and international relations.
Publications: Alpermann authored books on Xinjiang, rural-urban transformation, and social change in China. His research analyzes China's political economy, state-society relations, and the interplay between modernization and authoritarianism. He frequently publishes in journals like Journal of Current Chinese Affairs and has contributed to edited volumes on governance and social stratification.
Professional Roles: He coordinates the EU and BMBF projects, serves as a spokesperson for interdisciplinary initiatives, and advises on China policy. His work bridges academic rigor with policy relevance, addressing topics like human rights, ethnic conflict, and developmental state strategies.
Education:
- Doctorate (Dr. phil.) in Modern Chinese Studies, University of Cologne (2006)
- Studies in Modern China, Political Science, and Economics at University of Cologne and Nankai University (1999)
