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Dr. Shirley Chan is an Associate Professor in the School of International Studies at Macquarie University. Her research focuses on Chinese philosophy, culture, and the intersection of history, philosophy, and society. She explores themes such as crisis management, leadership in ancient China, and human nature through excavated texts like the Guodian Bamboo Slips. Dr. Chan has held visiting professorships at institutions including Tsinghua University and the Chinese University of Hong Kong, and serves as an editorial board member for journals like the Journal of the Oriental Society of Australia.
Education:
- PhD in Sinology, Confucianism, and Chinese Intellectual History (University of Sydney, 2001)
- Master of International Studies (University of Sydney)
- BA in Asian Studies (University of Sydney)
Research Interests:
Her work bridges ancient Chinese thought with modern challenges, emphasizing the relevance of classical texts to contemporary issues. Key areas include:
- Political philosophy and crisis management in early Chinese texts
- Excavated manuscripts (e.g., Guodian, Tsinghua) and their interpretations
- Moral cultivation and human nature in Confucian and Daoist traditions
- Cross-cultural dialogue and education in Chinese studies.
Awards & Honors:
- Ambassador of Filial Piety (2023)
- Adjunct Professor at Jinan University
- Honorary Research Fellow at the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences (2018–2024)
- President of the Chinese Studies Association of Australia (2015–2017)
Teaching & Supervision:
Dr. Chan convenes courses on Chinese culture, philosophy, and language, including Traditional Chinese Thought and Chinese Classics. She supervises PhD/Master’s students in topics ranging from ancient medical texts to Sino-British diplomatic history. Recent supervisees include Shuo Liu (Laoguanshan Han Slips) and Lili Cai (John Francis Davis).
Research Projects:
Current projects include Crisis Management in Chinese Mythology (2023–2025) and collaborations with the Ancient Cultures Research Centre. Past grants include funding from the Chiang Ching-kuo Foundation and Macquarie University.
Labs & Collaborations:
She contributes to interdisciplinary initiatives like the Centre for Ancient Cultural Heritage and Environment (CACHE) and serves on review panels for Hong Kong and European research councils.
