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Jessamyn R. Abel is an Associate Professor in the Asian Studies and History Departments at Pennsylvania State University, affiliated with the School of International Affairs. She holds the title of Book Review Editor for the Journal of Japanese Studies. Her research focuses on modern Japan, particularly democratization, technology, and infrastructure, with a focus on postwar institutions like railways, public broadcasting, and Parent-Teacher Associations. She is on formal study leave to Princeton through SP 26.
Education:
- BA, Princeton University (1992)
- MIA, Columbia University (1997)
- PhD, Columbia University (2004)
Research Interests: Dr. Abel explores how daily-life institutions shape democratic practices in Japan. Her work bridges infrastructure history with cultural and sociological analysis. Recent studies examine the bullet train’s sociocultural impact and transwar Japanese internationalism. Her writing spans topics like the Olympics, cultural diplomacy, and the history of whaling.
Awards:
- 2024 Modern Japan History Association Book Prize for Dream Super-Express
Teaching and Global Engagement: Her teaching emphasizes global interconnectedness, encouraging students to analyze shared human experiences and reflect on their own global roles. She has published widely on Japan’s international relations and cultural history.
