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Taisu Zhang is a Professor of Law and History at Yale University, holding dual appointments in Yale Law School and the Department of History. He is also a Global Faculty member at Peking University Law School and serves as President of the International Society for Chinese Law and History. His expertise spans comparative legal and economic history, private law theory, and contemporary Chinese law and politics.
Dr. Zhang earned his Ph.D. in History (2014), J.D. (2008), and B.A. (2005) from Yale University. He has taught at Duke University School of Law, the University of Hong Kong, Brown University, and Tsinghua University School of Law.
His research focuses on the intersection of legal systems, economic structures, and political power, particularly in Chinese and global contexts. Notable works include The Laws and Economics of Confucianism (Cambridge, 2017), which received major academic awards, and a forthcoming book on the Qing fiscal state. His articles explore topics like legal convergence, authoritarian legitimacy, and the evolution of Chinese legal institutions.
Recent scholarship highlights trends in analyzing legal systems within authoritarian regimes, the role of information in state governance, and the historical foundations of modern Chinese legal frameworks. His work bridges historical analysis with contemporary policy debates, emphasizing cross-cultural comparisons.
Zhang has been recognized for his contributions with prestigious awards, including the 2018 Presidents Award from the Social Science History Association and the 2018 Gaddis Smith Book Prize. He actively contributes to media discussions on Chinese law and politics, blending academic rigor with public engagement.
