معرفی
Cheng Lu is a Research Fellow at the Oxford University Centre for Corporate Reputation, Saïd Business School, University of Oxford. His research focuses on social entrepreneurship, civil society organizations, and institutional dynamics in China. He collaborates with Paulo Savaget on examining the legitimation of social enterprises in China, exploring how social entrepreneurship concepts have evolved in the Chinese context. Cheng also contributes to the Skoll Centre Systems Change Observatory, advancing systems change theory.
Education:
- PhD in Management, University of Edinburgh
- Master’s in Political Science, Peking University
Research Interests: Bridging theory and practice, Cheng investigates state-society relations, institutional adaptations, and ecosystems for social innovation. His work emphasizes translating academic insights into actionable frameworks for policymakers, funders, and certifiers.
Awards:
- Skoll Centre Early Career Fellowship (2024-25), supporting research on sustainable social change.
Collaborations: Engages with institutions like Peking University’s Center for Civil Society Studies, the Yunus Center at Renmin University, and Nanyang Center for Emerging Markets. Focuses on fostering self-sustaining ecosystems for China’s social entrepreneurship sector.
