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Pedro Bassoe serves as an Assistant Professor in the School of Languages and Cultures at Purdue University, holding primary appointments in Japanese and Asian Studies while extending his scholarly reach through affiliations in Comparative Literature (School of Interdisciplinary Studies) and Film and Video Production (Rueff School). Since joining the faculty in 2019, he has established himself as an interdisciplinary scholar bridging literary studies with visual and cultural analysis.
Dr. Bassoe earned his Ph.D. in Japanese from the University of California, Berkeley in 2018, building the foundation for his specialized research in Japanese literary history and visual culture. His academic trajectory reflects deep engagement with Japan's cultural production across historical periods.
His research centers on the dynamic interplay between text and image in modern Japanese literature, investigating how illustration shaped narrative forms and reader experiences. Current projects include editing the book manuscript 'Eyes of the Heart: Illustration and the Visual Imagination in Modern Japanese Literature,' alongside pioneering work on literature of the fantastic in Japan and transnational literary connections between Japan and Brazil. This multifaceted approach positions him at the intersection of literary studies, visual culture, and comparative frameworks.
Dr. Bassoe's teaching portfolio demonstrates remarkable breadth, encompassing Japanese literature across all historical periods (taught in both Japanese and English), Japanese film studies, visual culture theory, literary pedagogy, popular culture, and specialized courses on literature of the fantastic. His courses attract students interested in the rich dialogue between textual and visual media within Japanese cultural contexts.
No major scientific awards are documented in the available information, though his scholarly impact is evidenced by publications in respected venues like The Review of Japanese Culture and Society and the Journal of Japanese Studies. His article on Natsume Sōseki gained significant recognition through Japanese translation for a dedicated Sōseki volume.
Prospective graduate students will find opportunities to collaborate on Dr. Bassoe's active research projects, particularly in visual culture studies and transnational literary analysis. While specific grant details aren't provided, his continuous publication record and book project indicate sustained research momentum. Though not leading a formal laboratory, his cross-school affiliations foster a collaborative research environment spanning literature, film, and comparative studies.
