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Lei Duan is an Assistant Professor of East Asian History at Sam Houston State University (SHSU). He specializes in the interplay between social violence and state power in modern China, with a focus on gun culture and borderland integration. Prior to SHSU, he was a postdoctoral fellow at the University of Michigan and taught at Arizona State University.
- Education:
- Ph.D. in History, Syracuse University (2017)
- M.Phil. in History, Syracuse University (2013)
- M.A. in History, University of Massachusetts Amherst (2011)
- B.A. in World History, Nankai University (2008)
His research explores how gun ownership influenced social violence and state-society dynamics in China from the 19th century to the 1950s. His second project examines ethnic integration and border security in Tibet under Chinese Communist rule (1950s–1970s). He has been supported by grants from institutions like the Harry Frank Guggenheim Foundation and the American Historical Association.
- Recent Publications:
- Peer-reviewed articles in the American Journal of Chinese Studies and ASIA Network Exchange
- Contributions to edited volumes on modern Chinese history
Dr. Duan’s work bridges historical analysis with contemporary issues, offering insights into China’s sociopolitical evolution. His teaching spans Asian and world history courses, reflecting his commitment to global historical perspectives.
