معرفی
Dr. Jennifer Kang is a Lecturer in the School of Communication at Queensland University of Technology (QUT), specializing in global media, media industries, and East Asian popular culture. She holds a PhD from the University of Texas at Austin. Her research focuses on Korean Wave phenomena, digital media transformation, and the evolving landscape of web dramas and K-pop fandom. Kang's work analyzes cultural interventions in streaming platforms, the political dimensions of fan activism, and transnational media practices.
Education
- PhD in Media Studies, University of Texas at Austin
Research Interests
Kang explores global media dynamics through the lens of Korean popular culture, examining how digital platforms reshape media consumption and cultural production. Her studies highlight the rise of web dramas as distinct from traditional television, the socio-political role of K-pop fandom, and the strategic impact of domestic streaming services in Korea. She frequently publishes in top journals like International Journal of Cultural Studies and Media, Culture & Society.
Publications
Recent work includes analyses of Korea's domestic streaming platforms (2024), K-pop fan activism (2023), and the evolution of web dramas as cultural products. Her 2021 study on Korean web dramas redefined understandings of digital media's role in displacing traditional TV formats.
Grants & Advising
While no specific grants are listed, Kang's extensive publications suggest active research engagement. She currently supervises students in media studies and cultural industries.
Labs/Teams
No specific lab affiliations are mentioned, though her research likely intersects with QUT's digital culture and media studies initiatives.
