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Dali Yang is the William Claude Reavis Professor of Political Science at the University of Chicago, holding dual appointments in the Department of Political Science and The College. His expertise spans Chinese politics, governance, and political economy, with a focus on state-society dynamics, regulatory frameworks, and crisis management. He earned his Ph.D. from Princeton University and has held leadership roles including Founding Director of the University of Chicago Center in Beijing and Chair of the Political Science Department.
- Education: B.S., Beijing Science and Technology University; Ph.D., Princeton University
Research interests include pandemic governance (evident in his 2024 book on Wuhan's COVID-19 crisis), environmental regulation, and the historical roots of political radicalism in China's Great Leap Famine. Yang's work bridges academic rigor with policy impact, addressing topics like zero-COVID strategies, generational governance challenges, and US-China geopolitical tensions.
His recent articles analyze China's regulatory paradoxes—from blood safety scandals to environmental enforcement—while his leadership roles reflect engagement with both academic and policy communities. Collaborative projects include directing Shandong University's Institute of Governance and advising the Paulson Institute.
